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GA HB1587

GA HB1587
Cobb County; abolish office of elected county surveyor; provide appointment


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Introduced
03/19/2026
In Committee
04/02/2026
Crossed Over
03/27/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To abolish the office of elected county surveyor of Cobb County; to provide for the appointment of a county surveyor by the governing authority of the county after January 1, 2029; to provide for successors; to provide for qualifications; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, effective upon its approval or becoming law without approval, abolishes the office of the elected county surveyor in Cobb County starting January 1, 2029, and instead mandates that the county's governing authority will appoint a qualified individual to this position. The appointed surveyor must meet specific qualifications outlined in Georgia law, and their term of service will be determined by the appointing resolution, or they will serve indefinitely at the pleasure of the governing authority, with successors appointed in the same manner.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Senate Passed/Adopted (on 04/02/2026)

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