Georgia Bill Tracking And State Guide
Everything you need to know to engage with the Senate and House
How does a bill become law in Georgia?
Step 1: Drafting the Idea
Citizens can start by discussing problems with their state legislators, who can help draft a bill if a new law is needed.
Step 2: Georgia General AssemblyThe legislator takes the idea to the Georgia General Assembly, where it is drafted into a bill by an attorney.
Step 3: Georgia State Legislative Session- First Reading: The bill is formally introduced on the first legislative day after it's filed.
- Committees: Bills are assigned to committees for discussion and amendments.
- Third Reading: After passing through committee, the bill moves to a Third Reading for debate.
- Vote #1: The originating house votes on the bill.
- Vote #2: If passed, the bill goes to the other chamber for another vote and potential amendments.
The governor has the option to sign, veto, or take no action on the bill. If signed, it becomes law; if vetoed, it can be overridden by a two-thirds majority. If no action is taken, it becomes law after 40 days.
Step 6: The Bill Becomes a LawOnce signed or not acted upon by the governor, the bill is printed and becomes effective on July 1 unless stated otherwise.
How can a member of the public get involved in the legislative process in Georgia?
A member of the public can get involved in the legislative process in Georgia by following these steps:
1. Identify a Problem: If you notice a problem regarding Georgia government or policies, you can reach out to your local Georgia State Senator or State Representative to express your concerns.
2. Contact Your Legislators: Share your idea or suggested solution with your legislators. They can help you work towards a resolution and might decide to draft a bill based on your input.
3. Engage with Committees: Once the bill is drafted and introduced, you can participate in the committee hearings where the bill is discussed. Committees often invite people to testify or share their opinions, so your voice could be heard during this critical stage.
4. Follow the Legislative Process: Stay informed about the bill's progress through the different stages: First Reading, Committee Discussion, Third Reading, and voting. You can attend sessions or follow updates online.
5. Advocate for Your Cause: You can advocate for your bill through various means, such as rallying support from the community, contacting other legislators, or utilizing social media to raise awareness.
How can FastDemocracy help me with that?
Tracking bills is hard, especially if you rely on state legislature websites, which are often hard to navigate. Thousands of bills get filed in Georgia every year (and about 180,000 bills nationwide). If you want to be an effective advocate, you need to know where legislation of interest stands, and act quickly.
FastDemocracy's free version allows you to track an unlimited number of bills - no strings attached. We'll send you a daily or weekly email on your priority bills and give you tools to research bills and legislators.
FastDemocracy Professional is for anyone who tracks bills in a professional capacity. It features
- real-time bill, amendment and hearing alerts
- automated reporting
- team collaboration
- bill tagging for clients and stakeholders
- bill similarity detection
- ...and much more
How do I track bills in Georgia?
1. Sign up here for a free FastDemocracy account.
2. Head to Tracked Topics to select issue areas you care about.
3. Use the search bar on top if you're looking for something specific.
4. Click "Track Bill" for any legislation you'd like to monitor a bit closer. That's how you add it to your Tracked Bills. You can also click on a bill to learn more, see the bill summary, most recent actions, votes, news and tweets. You can also contact legislators or share your bills on social media.
5. You can track an unlimited number of bills for free and we'll send you a daily or weekly email if your tracked legislation moves.
6. Do you need real-time alerts, outreach tools, bill lists, and professional functions? Then FastDemocracy Professional is the right fit for you.
7. Track bills on your smartphone using our free mobile app.
How do I find my local Georgia Senator and Representative?
You can use the Find Your Legislators tool to find them, see their voting records, and contact them.
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Most tracked bills in Georgia, 2025-2026 Regular Session
Income tax credit; certain investments in qualified businesses; renew and revise
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
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House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Private Review Agents; health insurers to implement and maintain a program that allows for the selective application of reductions in prior authorization requirements; provide
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
School Behavioral Mental Health Support Act; enact
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Brady Law Regulations; three-day waiting period for purchase or transfer of certain firearms; require
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House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
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House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Dual Enrollment Act; residency requirement for eligible students; provide
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority; reaffirm its commitment to an extension of rail system along east side of Interstate 20 in South Dekalb County; urge
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Health; sufficient staff for carrying out food and nutrition services at a long-term care facility; provide
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
State Income Tax; exclude tips from taxation
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Brady Law Regulations; require universal background checks in all manner of firearm transfers
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
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House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Public Health, Department of; carry out projects to increase education, awareness, or diagnosis of valvular heart disease; authorize
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
'Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities Act'; enact
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Labor and industrial relations; protections for warehouse distribution center workers; provide
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; create and maintain electronic inpatient psychiatric bed registry; require
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
Income tax; workforce-ready graduates employed in high-tech full-time jobs in rural counties; provide tax credit
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
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House First Readers
House • Jan 14, 2025Latest Version
General Assembly Meetings and Adjournments; relative
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House Read and Adopted
House • Jan 13, 2025Latest Version
All Legislators in Georgia (Senator and Representative)
