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40 bills for “Brady Law Regulations”.
Brady Law Regulations; bringing an action against the government for an unauthorized act relating to regulation of weapons; revise standards
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 119 would rewrite the part of Georgia's Brady Law preemption statute (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-173) that lets people sue local governments for illegally regulating guns, raising the minimum damages and limiting who can sue.
… Part 5 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law regulations, is amended by revising Code …
Brady Law Regulations; three-day waiting period for purchase or transfer of certain firearms; require
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 4 would require a three business day waiting period before licensed gun dealers can complete most firearm sales or transfers in Georgia, with exceptions for weapons carry license holders.
… Part 5 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law Regulations, is amended by adding a …
Brady Law Regulations; purchase or transfer of certain firearms; require a ten-day waiting period
Summary by Georgia Commons: Senate Bill 19 would create a new definition of 'semiautomatic assault weapon' in Georgia law and require a ten-day waiting period before licensed dealers can complete the sale or transfer of one.
… Part 5 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law Regulations, is amended by revising Code …
Brady Law Regulations; require universal background checks in all manner of firearm transfers
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 3 would require background checks for nearly all firearm transfers in Georgia, not just sales by licensed dealers, by making unlicensed sellers route transfers through a dealer who runs the check.
… Part 5 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law Regulations, is amended by revising Code …
"Donna's Law"; enact
Summary by Georgia Commons: Senate Bill 224, known as "Donna's Law," would let Georgians voluntarily place themselves on a state list barring them from buying a firearm, with criminal penalties for anyone who sells to a listed person.
… Part 5 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law regulations, is amended by adding a …
Brady Law Regulations; standards for bringing an action against the government for an unauthorized act relating to regulation of weapons; revise
Summary by Georgia Commons: A House substitute to SB 163 rewrites how criminal discovery works in Georgia courts, setting new deadlines for prosecutors and defendants to exchange evidence, adds detailed expert witness disclosure rules, lets active law enforcement officers keep their voter registration address confidential, and updates how subpoenas are served on police agencies.
… the facility where the evidence is being held pursuant to reasonable rules and regulations adopted by the <del>Forensic Sciences Division</del> <ins>Division of Forensic Sciences</ins …
Criminal Procedure; offenses that are not serious violent felonies, sexual felonies, or other certain offenses to be charged by accusation of the district attorney; allow
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would let district attorneys charge most felony cases by accusation instead of requiring a grand jury indictment, while also rewriting the state's gun law preemption statute and changing who can sue over local gun rules. The bill was passed by the legislature but vetoed by the Governor.
… Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Brady Law regulations, is amended by revising Code Section 16-11-173, relating to legislative findings, preemption …
Crimes and offenses; prohibit sale, transfer, use, possession, importation, or manufacture of certain firearms and magazines
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House bill would ban the sale, transfer, use, import, or manufacture of certain semiautomatic rifles and magazines holding more than 20 rounds, while letting current owners keep theirs if securely stored.
… pursuant to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System created by the federal Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act (P.L. No. 103-159) and such background check indicates …
Georgia Gun Safe Act of 2025; enact
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 601, the Georgia Gun Safe Act of 2025, would rewrite large parts of Georgia's gun laws, adding new bans, storage rules, a firearms registry, waiting periods and license changes affecting gun owners, sellers, minors and peace officers statewide.
… Said article is further amended in Part 5, relating to Brady Law regulations, by revising Code Section 16-11-171, relating to definitions, as follows: "16-11-171 …
Official Code of Georgia Annotated; revise, modernize, correct errors or omissions in, and reenact the statutory portion of said Code
Summary by Georgia Commons: This annual Code Revision Commission bill makes thousands of small technical fixes across the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, correcting typos, updating terminology, and reenacting the entire statutory code, without changing policy.
… following "fireworks". (9) Code Section 16-11-171, relating to definitions regarding Brady Law regulations, in paragraph (4), by inserting "of Chapter 7" following "Article 6". (10) Code …
Brady, Keith; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally commends Keith Brady for his 32 years of service as mayor of Newnan, marking his leadership and civic contributions to the city.
… WHEREAS, Keith Brady has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment …
1966 Perry High School basketball team; 60th anniversary of winning the Class A State Championship; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors the 1966 Perry High School basketball team on the 60th anniversary of its Class A State Championship win, recognizing the players and coaches.
… Lowe, Eugene Graham, Don Norris, and Kenny Stefanini, along with Coaches J. T. Brady, Grover Hicks, and Paul Hartman; and WHEREAS, the team's success led to five …
Fallin, William G.; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors the life of William G. Fallin, a Thomas County native and Korean War veteran who died on January 4, 2025, and directs a copy be sent to his family.
… Fallin was born on September 9, 1932, in Thomas County, Georgia, a beloved son of Brady and Ernestine Fallin; and WHEREAS, he served as a guardian of this …
Fallin, William G.; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life of William G. Fallin, a Thomas County native and Korean War veteran who died on January 4, 2025, and offers condolences to his family.
… Fallin was born on September 9, 1932, in Thomas County, Georgia, a beloved son of Brady and Ernestine Fallin; and WHEREAS, he served as a guardian of this …
Vine Ingle Junior Boys All-Star Team; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates the Vine Ingle Junior Boys All-Star Team, a 14-year-old Little League squad, for winning the United States Junior League World Series Championship.
… Cannon, Jaiden Center, Kaiden Harvey, Stephen Grogan, Micah Harris, Jaxon Jones, Cole Johnson, Brady Molton, Carter Justice, Charlie Kemp, Benton Wilson, Bo Terry, and Warren Easom; and WHEREAS …
Floyd, Leonard; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends former NFL player Leonard Floyd for his football career, including his Super Bowl LVI win and his return to play for the Atlanta Falcons.
… playoffs, Leonard Floyd became the last player in NFL history to tackle Tom Brady in the Rams' 30-27 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; and WHEREAS, his …
Motor vehicles; federal regulations regarding safe operation of commercial motor vehicle and carriers; update reference date
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 114 updates a technical reference in Georgia's motor carrier safety law so that state rules automatically track the version of federal commercial vehicle safety regulations in effect as of January 1, 2025, instead of 2024.
… public safety. (2) 'Department' means the Department of Public Safety. (3) 'Present regulations' means the regulations promulgated under 49 C.F.R. in force and effect on January …
The importance of regulated trapping; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes regulated trapping as an important tool for wildlife conservation and management, without changing any state law or regulation.
… WHEREAS, regulated trapping has long served as a vital and scientifically grounded tool for wildlife conservation and management, enabling state, federal, and tribal agencies to maintain balanced ecosystems …
Property; landlord and tenant; repeal Code Section 44-7-19, relating to restrictions on rent regulation by local governments
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House bill would repeal the state law that currently bars cities and counties from adopting rent control, opening the door for local governments to regulate rent if they choose.
… as to repeal Code Section 44-7-19, relating to restrictions on rent regulation by local governments; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for …
Aviation; air facilities; identification of airport affected areas; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 1434 requires local governments near Georgia airports to identify areas affected by flight paths and adopt height and land use rules to keep buildings and structures out of aircraft approach zones.
… Part 77 of the Code of Federal Regulations in effect on January 1, 2026. (d) Airport affected area regulations adopted pursuant to this article may be amended from …
Motor vehicles; federal regulations regarding safe operation of commercial motor carriers and commercial vehicles; update reference date
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 944 updates a reference date in Georgia's trucking safety law so that the state automatically follows the version of federal commercial vehicle safety rules in effect as of January 1, 2026 instead of 2025.
… public safety. (2) 'Department' means the Department of Public Safety. (3) 'Present regulations' means the regulations promulgated under 49 C.F.R. in force and effect on January …
Elections; limit effective date of rules or regulations adopted by State Election Board prior to a primary, election, or runoff
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 728 would delay any State Election Board rule adopted within 75 days of a Georgia primary, election, or runoff until 30 days after that vote, except for emergency rules meeting strict new notice requirements.
… To adopt any such emergency rule or regulation, in addition to any other rule-making requirement of this chapter or Chapter 13 of Title 50, the State Election …
Health; licensed general hospitals and birthing centers make available a water safety education video to parents or guardians of newborn infants; require
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 471 would require Georgia hospitals and birthing centers to show new parents a water safety video before their newborn is discharged, using a form developed by the state.
… Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions, is amended by adding a …
Georgia Department of Natural Resources; establish regulations for placement of lifeguards on Georgia's public beaches during times of high occupancy; urge
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution urges the Department of Natural Resources to create rules requiring lifeguards on public beaches during crowded, high-occupancy periods.
… the 55th A RESOLUTION Urging the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to establish regulations for placement of lifeguards on Georgia's public beaches during times of high occupancy …
Regulation of Rates; vehicle insurers from using any geographic classifications in vehicle insurance policies; prohibit
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would ban car insurance companies from using ZIP codes, neighborhoods, or other location-based factors to set rates, deny coverage, or cancel policies, starting January 1, 2027.
… Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, is amended in Code Section 33 …
Public utilities; authorize certain Tier 2 local exchange companies to elect to become subject to rate of return regulation
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 998 lets small, independent Georgia phone companies switch to a different rate-setting system with state regulators, and it caps how much money can be paid out each year from a fund that subsidizes rural phone service.
… alternative regulation described in this article, in lieu of other forms of regulation, including, but not limited to, rate of return or rate base monitoring or regulation, upon …
Elections and Primaries; nonemergency rules or regulations adopted by the State Election Board within 180 days of an election shall not be effective for such election; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would block the State Election Board and local election officials from making most new election rule changes within 180 days of an election, delaying them until after results are certified.
… To adopt any such emergency rule or regulation, in addition to any other rule-making requirement of this chapter or Chapter 13 of Title 50, the State Election …
Sports Betting and Casino Gambling Activities; operation and regulation; authorize the Georgia General Assembly - CA
Summary by Georgia Commons: A proposed Georgia constitutional amendment would let the General Assembly legalize and regulate sports betting and casino gambling, require at least eight casino licenses, tax gambling revenue at 20 percent, and send billions to county governments.
… All other proceeds derived from the regulation of such sports betting and casino gambling activities shall, notwithstanding the provisions </ins> <ins>of Article VII, Section III, Paragraph II …
Banking and finance; transfer regulation of securities and commodities from Secretary of State to Department of Banking and Finance
Summary by Georgia Commons: A House substitute bill would move regulation of securities and commodities in Georgia from the Secretary of State to the Department of Banking and Finance, effective July 1, 2026, along with the staff, records, and legal duties that come with it.
… Of such members, at least one member shall have securities regulation experience and at least one member shall have commodities regulation experience. The remaining members shall have such …
State Election Board; promulgate, amend, adopt, or repeal nonemergency rules and regulations in odd-numbered years; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 503 would limit the Georgia State Election Board to making non-emergency rule changes only in odd-numbered years, starting after July 1, 2025, while keeping a separate path for emergency rules.
… After July 1, 2025, the State Election Board shall take no rule-making action upon nonemergency rules or regulations, including the initiation of any rule making, promulgation, amendment …
Agriculture, Department of; regulation and licensing of tree care operators; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House bill would require anyone who prunes, removes, or otherwise cares for trees for pay to get a license from the Georgia Department of Agriculture, with fees, safety rules, and penalties for operating unlicensed.
… the regulation and licensing of tree care operators by the Georgia Department of Agriculture; to provide for application and fees; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide …
Aviation; adoption of local ordinances, resolution, regulations, or policies that restrict the flight of unmanned aircraft systems over mass public gatherings; authorize
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 58 would make it a misdemeanor to fly a drone within 400 feet of or above a ticketed concert, sporting event, or performing arts event in Georgia without permission, with several exceptions.
… a satellite. (b) Any ordinance, resolution, regulation, or policy of any county, municipality, or other political subdivision of this state regulating the testing or operation of unmanned aircraft …
Landlord and Tenant; Code Section 44-7-19; repeal
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would repeal the state law that currently bars cities and counties from adopting rent control ordinances, opening the door for local governments to regulate rent if they choose.
… as to repeal Code Section 44-7-19, relating to restrictions on rent regulation by local governments; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for …
Insurance; prohibit insurers from considering advertising costs when making or using insurance rates
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 401 would bar insurance companies operating in Georgia from factoring their own advertising expenses into how they set insurance rates for customers.
… Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, is amended in Code Section 33 …
Environmental Protection Division; Environmental Advisory Council; update reference date to standards, rules, and regulations
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 287 updates the reference date used to define which Board of Natural Resources rules count as criminal law, from 2024 to 2025, and makes several changes to Georgia's hunting and fishing licensing rules.
… For purposes of establishing criminal violations of the rules and regulations promulgated by the board as provided in this article, the term 'rules and regulations' means those rules …
General Assembly; creation and comprehensive regulation of community development districts; provide - CA
Summary by Georgia Commons: HR192 would ask Georgia voters to amend the state Constitution to let the General Assembly create and regulate new local districts focused on workforce and residential infrastructure, subject to local government approval.
… A RESOLUTION Proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by general law for the creation and comprehensive regulation of workforce …
Regulation of Hospitals; certain long-term care facilities to acquire and maintain sufficient emergency and standby power systems; require
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would require certain long-term care facilities with two or more stories and at least 25 beds to install backup power systems that can run for 96 hours, with state grants to help pay for it.
… Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions, is amended in Code Section …
Insurance; prohibit insurers from raising private passenger motor vehicle insurance rates more often that once every calendar year
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 477 would stop car insurance companies in Georgia from raising rates on private passenger auto insurance policies more than once per calendar year, starting January 1, 2026.
… Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, is amended by revising paragraph (2 …
Ponzi Scheme Prevention Act; enact
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House bill called the Ponzi Scheme Prevention Act would end a securities-law exemption for certain financial institutions and set new rules for when a promissory note counts as a regulated security under state law.
… Securities Act of 2008," respectively, so as to remove an exemption from securities regulation for certain financial institutions; to provide for notes as securities; to exempt certain notes …
Distilled Spirits; sale of consumable hemp products by retail dealers in distilled spirits; authorize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would let stores licensed to sell distilled spirits also sell consumable hemp products, such as certain hemp-derived beverages or edibles, if they obtain a separate hemp retail license.
… The sale or offering for sale of consumable hemp products to consumers by a licensed retail dealer in distilled spirits shall be governed and regulated exclusively by the …