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1. February 25, 2026 · House Higher Education Committee · 1 h 34 min

   House Higher Education Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee heard testimony on HB 1363, which the sponsor described as creating a statewide process for handling school discrimination complaints. Members and witnesses discussed staffing, training, equal protection for different faiths, free speech and investigation procedures. The committee held the bill for further work without voting. The committee approved HB 1328, HB 88 and HB 1345 by voice votes, with no opposition heard, and sent all three to the Rules Committee.

2. February 25, 2026 · House Transportation Committee · 1 h 20 min

   House Transportation Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee held a follow-up hearing on HB 1342, focusing on utility relocation delays in road construction. Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) engineers explained the current scheduling process and said some utilities submit timelines so long that existing remedies for delays become ineffective. Members discussed earlier schedule submissions, replacement contractors, incentives, penalties and better alignment between utility and road construction deadlines. Members also requested information about utilities responsible for delays on specific projects. The bill's sponsor cited upcoming transportation investment as a reason to act now. The chair encouraged further discussions with the sponsor and committee members. No amendment or vote was recorded.

3. February 25, 2026 · House Ways & Means Committee · 40 min

   House Ways & Means Committee, February 25, 2026 (part 1)

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The subcommittees advanced four measures: HB 1035, concerning foreclosure for unpaid service charges; HB 1336, directing some aircraft property-tax revenue to airports; HR 400, expanding property-tax relief for disabled veterans; and HB 1240, applying a tax-base limit to renewed redevelopment districts. ACCG opposed restrictions on counties’ use of aircraft tax revenue. An Invest Atlanta witness described redevelopment districts’ benefits during discussion of the renewal limit. Members suspended the rules to advance HR 400 at its first hearing. HR 250 was called up, but no presentation or vote followed before that subcommittee adjourned.

4. February 25, 2026 · Senate Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Committee · 1 h 02 min

   Senate Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee considered two bills and voted unanimously to recommend both for passage. SB 551 would remove the egg-candling license requirement discussed by the sponsor for small egg sellers. SB 278 would require folic acid fortification of corn masa products, with exemptions. Members discussed the proposed health benefits, manufacturing and distribution concerns, and how the requirements compare with other states. The committee amended the snack-food definition to remove references to package size and consumption between meals, then approved the committee substitute as amended.

5. February 25, 2026 · House Governmental Affairs Committee · 2 h 11 min

   House Governmental Affairs Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee approved HB 812 with changes to construction-permit review procedures, HB 1166 allowing certain small secondary homes, HB 400 offering funding incentives for local housing-policy changes, and HB 863 encouraging state contracts with Georgia small businesses. Members amended the first three before approving them. The committee tabled HB 1315, concerning limits on development moratoriums and compensation for affected property owners, and agreed to send it back to subcommittee. After discussing emergency contacts for apartment properties, response deadlines and penalties under HB 779, the chair designated that discussion a hearing only and said it would return to subcommittee. The meeting ended after the committee lost the attendance needed to conduct business, with remaining business deferred to a future meeting.

6. February 25, 2026 · Senate Public Safety Committee · 1 h 15 min

   Senate Public Safety Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee advanced all three bills. It unanimously approved a substitute for SB 524 covering specialty license plates honoring Girl Scouts and the nation’s 250th anniversary, and unanimously approved SB 565 concerning protections for private-university police officers. After further testimony and debate, the committee approved SB 473 by a 5-4 vote. Members adopted changes to its DUI-school fee provisions and removed a requirement to complete a course before accepting a reduced plea. They rejected a proposal to limit remote instruction to active-duty military personnel. The chair announced another committee meeting for Monday, with the time still to be determined.

7. February 25, 2026 · Senate State Institutions and Property Committee · 31 min

   Senate State Institutions and Property Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee delayed action on both property resolutions while seeking more information. Members voted by voice vote to table HR 1050 pending details on automatic rent increases in state leases, particularly for Division of Family and Children Services buildings. State property staff said the information could be provided within a week. Staff also presented HR 1051, covering easements for utilities, roads, drainage and access across state property. Members requested more information about two proposed easements benefiting private companies, including one tied to a drainage dispute at a wildlife management area. The committee took no action on that resolution and planned to revisit both measures together.

8. February 25, 2026 · House Rules Committee · 27 min

   House Rules Committee, February 25, 2026

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee set a supplemental calendar for that afternoon, placing HB 421, HB 1164, HB 1185, HB 1259, HB 1277, HB 942 and HB 1076 under modified structure, and HB 1070 under structured rules. Members objected to adding HB 1164, HB 1185 and HB 942, but the chair declared each approved after voice votes. The other listed bills were added without stated opposition. No bill provisions were presented or debated. The committee then adjourned.

9. February 25, 2026 · House floor · 5 h 51 min

   House floor session, February 25, 2026 (legislative day 24)

   Summary by Georgia Commons: The House approved an amended state budget, adopted the House-Senate agreement on HB 973 by 169 to 2, and voted to send it immediately to the governor. Members also passed HB 1001, lowering the income tax rate to 4.99%, after debate over who would benefit and whether the state could afford the revenue loss. Other approved measures addressed homelessness prevention, special-needs scholarships, math instruction, bankruptcy protections for homeowners, solar-panel recycling, transportation project reviews, railroad and forestry tax credits, and business-court cases. The House heard first and second readings and committee reports on numerous other measures, adopted recognition resolutions, and postponed six measures until the next legislative day. The House adjourned until February 26 at 9 a.m.

10. February 25, 2026 · Senate floor · 5 h 10 min

    Senate floor session, February 25, 2026 (legislative day 24)

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The Senate passed SB 433, creating optional autism-related license plates and officer training, and HB 571, licensing radiologist assistants. After debate over privacy, immigration enforcement and collecting DNA before conviction, senators passed SB 116 by 33 to 20 and rejected an amendment requiring a conviction. The Senate also agreed to House changes to SB 162 on medical licensing and SB 218 on oversight of prosecutors. Senators adopted the amended state budget conference report, HB 973, by 49 to 0 and voted to send it immediately to the governor. The budget presenter described funding for tax relief, a state mental hospital, scholarships and homelessness services. The chamber also read new legislation and committee reports, adopted honorary resolutions and adjourned until the following morning.

11. February 25, 2026 · House Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee · 23 min

    House Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee considered a substitute for HB 1354 to create a shared credentialing process for Medicaid and private health plans. The sponsor said the proposal would reduce delays before health care providers can receive payment and encourage more providers to serve Medicaid patients without requiring participation. Members discussed which providers would qualify and delays in getting providers into practice. The committee approved the bill by voice vote. No vote count was stated.

12. February 25, 2026 · House Rules Committee · 1 h 47 min

    House Rules Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee heard requests to advance bills on public safety, healthcare, education, taxes, licensing, property and other topics. It set floor calendars for the current day and Thursday. The current day's calendar included HB 1024, HB 1329, HB 519 and HB 1001, among others. Members objected to adding HB 1001, but the chair declared that the voice vote favored adding it. Thursday's calendar included HB 1262, HB 1263, HB 1274 and HB 1344. The committee returned HB 1275 to the Health Committee after questions about restrictions on stem cell materials. It also returned HB 1073, HB 1028 and HB 1224 to their respective committees. Most other presentations ended without questions or a scheduling decision shown in the transcript.

13. February 25, 2026 · House Creative Arts & Entertainment Committee · 53 min

    House Creative Arts & Entertainment Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee heard HB 566, which the sponsor described as protecting people against unauthorized digital copies of their voices and likenesses. Members discussed existing content, artist compensation, video game characters, parody protections and online platforms’ responsibilities. Technology and video game industry witnesses raised concerns about conflicting state requirements and potential liability, while a Recording Academy witness supported the protections. The committee approved the substitute by voice vote. No vote count was stated.

14. February 25, 2026 · Senate Transportation Committee · 1 h 07 min

    Senate Transportation Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee considered a substitute for HB 638 that would consolidate three transportation-related state bodies into the State Road and Tollway Authority. Members discussed administrative costs, local control, effects on transit service and the proposed transition schedule. The committee voted 5–2 to table the bill for more review, and the chair said it would return at a future meeting. The committee also unanimously approved a substitute for SR 624 containing three memorial intersection designations in Cobb, Fayette and Lumpkin counties and sent it to the Rules Committee.

15. February 25, 2026 · House Agriculture & Consumer Affairs Committee · 47 min

    House Agriculture & Consumer Affairs Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee approved HB 1408, allowing licensed veterinary technicians to give rabies vaccinations under a veterinarian’s direct supervision, and HR 1416, creating a joint study committee on family farm sustainability. No opposition was heard in either voice vote. Members also discussed HB 1400, intended to protect performers from unfair promoter practices. Questions centered on licensing requirements and which businesses would be covered. The chair held that bill for revisions and another hearing, with no vote taken.

16. February 25, 2026 · Senate Rules Committee · 46 min

    Senate Rules Committee, February 25, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee unanimously approved a substitute for SB 447, concerning deadlines for land-disturbance permits, and approved a substitute for SR 668, concerning separate property-tax treatment for data centers, with 16 in favor and two opposed. Members then heard brief presentations on bills awaiting floor consideration. The committee unanimously placed SR 480 and SR 567 on a consent calendar. It also unanimously approved a floor calendar containing SB 34, SB 399, SB 441, SB 470, SB 472, SB 500, SB 513, SB 535 and HB 377. The other measures presented were not selected for that floor calendar.

17. February 24, 2026 · House Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications Committee · 1 h 04 min

    House Energy, Utilities & Telecommunications Committee, February 24, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee approved HB 1320, which the sponsor said would explicitly add nuclear generation facilities to the options considered in integrated resource planning. The committee also heard extensive testimony on a substitute for HB 1304, which would remove interconnection agreement requirements for small portable solar systems. Discussion focused on worker safety, electricity flowing back onto utility lines, product certification, household wiring and a possible registry. Utility representatives opposed the proposal as written, while other witnesses suggested safeguards and changes. The chair held HB 1304 without a vote because of unresolved questions and safety concerns.

18. February 24, 2026 · Senate Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee · 1 h 56 min

    Senate Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee, February 24, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee heard revised proposals on brewery sales and electricity costs for large customers. On SB 456, brewery representatives supported expanded sales and limited local distribution, while opponents raised concerns about public health and effects on retailers and wholesalers. A motion to pass it received no second, so it did not advance. On SB 34, members debated whether contract requirements alone would protect other electricity customers or whether an explicit ban on shifting costs was also needed. The committee rejected the sponsor’s preferred version, 4 to 9, then approved an alternative substitute, 9 to 3, sending it to the Rules Committee.

19. February 24, 2026 · House Game, Fish & Parks Committee · 22 min

    House Game, Fish & Parks Committee, February 24, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee approved HB 1266 after adding a ban on personal watercraft, except law enforcement craft, along the Ogeechee River stretch where the bill would remove a motor-size limit. The committee also approved HB 1415, which presenters said would protect Stone Mountain Park’s original property while allowing sales of later-acquired land under state oversight. One opposing vote was recorded. Finally, the sponsor discussed HB 919, concerning funding for outdoor stewardship and land preservation, and described plans to pursue the issue further next year. No vote was taken on that measure.

20. February 24, 2026 · House Special Rules Committee · 44 min

    House Special Rules Committee, February 24, 2026

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The committee approved all seven measures it considered and sent them to Rules. Discussion covered changing the state flower to sweetbay magnolia under HB 955, recognizing collard greens and potlikka under HB 65, designating lemon pepper as the state chicken wing flavor under HB 1013, and naming cotton the state fabric under HB 1310. Members also approved a sleep health awareness week under HB 1167, support for high-school media literacy education under HR 1111, and support for modernizing audiology standards under HR 1106. Each measure passed by voice vote, with no opposition heard. The meeting briefly paused after the chair announced that the committee lacked a quorum, then resumed when a quorum was present.

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