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GA HB662

GA HB662
Ethics and Efficiency in Government Act; define "sexual misconduct"; provisions

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Introduced
01/08/2018
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/29/2018

Introduced Session

2017-2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 11 of Title 28 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the "Ethics and Efficiency in Government Act," so as to define the term "sexual misconduct"; to require the presentation of classes or courses relating to sexual misconduct; to provide for video recording and availability to absent members; to provide for certification of attendance; to amend Chapter 10 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to codes of ethics and conflicts of interest, so as to provide for a class on sexual misconduct to be made available to state employees; to provide that all department heads shall be presented such class; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Georgia Code to define "sexual misconduct" and require the presentation of classes or courses on this topic for members of the General Assembly and state employees. The bill mandates that the classes include information on federal and state laws prohibiting sexual misconduct, as well as practical guidance on prevention and remedies available to victims. It also requires the classes to be recorded and made available online for those who cannot attend in person, and department heads to be presented with the class. The bill also revises the definition of "sexual harassment" in the state's ethics code to align with the new definition of "sexual misconduct."

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

House Second Readers (on 01/10/2018)

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