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Meetings on June 17, 2026
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Senate floor session, June 17, 2026 (legislative day 1)
Summary by Georgia Commons: The Senate opened the special session and debated rules, scheduling and communication between party leaders. The chair announced that SR 1, setting special-session rules, failed despite a 30-21 vote in favor. Senators adopted SR 2 to notify the House that the Senate had convened, approved the meeting schedule in SR 3 by 45-5, and adopted HR 2 to notify the governor. Four bills and one proposed constitutional amendment received first readings and committee assignments. During debate, the president pro tempore said district maps would not be redrawn during this special session. Members also raised concerns about election equipment, Juneteenth plans and the costs of returning for a special session. The Senate adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on June 18.
House floor session, June 17, 2026 (legislative day 1)
Summary by Georgia Commons: The House opened the special session with a reading of the governor's proclamation outlining its purposes. Members adopted HR 1 and HR 2 to notify the Senate and governor that lawmakers had convened. Local homestead-exemption legislation was referred to Intergovernmental Coordination, and HR 3, concerning ratification of a fuel-tax suspension, was referred to Ways and Means. The House also adopted seven honorary and recognition resolutions. During floor remarks, several members criticized redistricting plans or the cost of the special session. Members adopted SR 3, setting the session schedule, after questions about a Saturday meeting conflicting with Juneteenth celebrations. The House adjourned until June 18 at 10 a.m.