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Introduced
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 20 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding personnel administration, so as to add stillbirth as a qualifying event for parental leave for eligible state employees; to provide for related maters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill expands the definition of a "qualifying life event" for state employees to include the stillbirth of a child, meaning eligible state employees can now take parental leave in such a tragic circumstance. Previously, parental leave was only available for the birth of a child, adoption, or placement for foster care. A "stillbirth" is defined as the death of a child before or during birth, and this change aims to provide necessary support to state employees experiencing this profound loss.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Michelle Au (D)*,
Debra Bazemore (D)*,
Lisa Campbell (D)*,
Doreen Carter (D)*,
Jasmine Clark (D)*,
Eric Gisler (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/25/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73476 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243452 |
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