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GA HB1459
GA HB1459Local government; allow governing authority of any county or municipal corporation to hold meetings by teleconference
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Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 14 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to open and public meetings, so as to allow the governing authority of any county or municipal corporation to hold meetings by teleconference; to require such meetings to be viewable by the public and to allow for commentary at such meetings without being physically present; to allow the governing body of any agency whose membership is composed wholly of nonelected members to hold meetings by teleconference; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill allows the governing authority of any county or municipal corporation, which refers to the elected officials who run local governments, to hold meetings by teleconference, meaning they can meet remotely using technology like video conferencing. This change is made to existing law regarding open and public meetings, ensuring that these teleconference meetings are viewable by the public and allow for public commentary without requiring physical presence. Additionally, the bill permits the governing body of any agency composed entirely of nonelected members to also hold meetings by teleconference, with similar requirements for public viewing and commentary.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Viola Davis (D)*,
Karla Drenner (D)*,
Marvin Lim (D)*,
Karen Lupton (D)*,
Mary Oliver (D)*,
Long Tran (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 03/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73656 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/244095 |
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