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, 2023-2024 Regular Session
"Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024"; enact
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executive • Jul 01, 2025Latest Version
Public officers and employees; supplemental, illness-specific insurance for certain first responders with occupational post-traumatic stress disorder; require provision
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executive • Jan 01, 2025Latest Version
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executive • Jul 01, 2024Latest Version
Elections; text portions of ballots shall be counted for vote tabulation and recounts purposes; provide
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executive • Jul 01, 2024Latest Version
Professions and businesses; authority to certain nurses and physician assistants to prescribe Schedule II controlled substances; authorize
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executive • Jul 01, 2024Latest Version
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executive • Apr 22, 2024Latest Version
'Georgia Cyber Command Act'; Georgia Cyber Command Division under the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency; create
Anavitarte, Jason
Albers, John- Dugan, Mike
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House Passed/Adopted By Substitute
House • Mar 26, 2024Latest Version
Quality Basic Education Act; address mental health risks for student athletes
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Senate Passed/Adopted By Substitute
Senate • Mar 26, 2024Latest Version
Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission; subject to Administrative Procedure Act and laws governing open meetings and records; provide
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Senate Conference Committee Appointed 13th, 11th, 50th (Regulated Industries and Utilities)
Senate • Mar 07, 2024Latest Version
Primaries and Elections; the language that must be used on absentee ballot applications distributed by persons or entities; revise
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Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (Ethics)
Senate • Feb 22, 2024Latest Version
"Parents and Children Protection Act of 2023"; enact
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Senate Read Second Time
Senate • Feb 16, 2024Latest Version
Revenue and taxation; representation of minority business enterprises, women and veteran owned businesses in procurement of state contracts; provide
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executive • Jan 01, 2024Latest Version
Hospitals; the treatment of gender dysphoria in minors performed in hospitals and other licensed healthcare facilities; prohibit certain surgical procedures
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executive • Jul 01, 2023Latest Version
Crimes and offenses; restrictions on performance of abortions; medical oath protection clause; enact
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House Second Readers
House • Mar 23, 2023Latest Version
Buildings and housing; tenant selection; revise provisions
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Mar 06, 2023Latest Version
Professions and businesses; prohibit health care providers from performing practices on minors to alter their appearance relating to gender
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House Second Readers
House • Mar 06, 2023Latest Version
Georgia Prenatal Equal Protection Act; enact
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House Second Readers
House • Feb 23, 2023Latest Version
Right to Reproductive Freedom; provide -CA
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Feb 15, 2023Latest Version
Professions and Businesses; health care providers from performing specified practices on minors relating to altering a person's appearance relating to gender; prohibit
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Senate Read and Referred
Senate • Feb 13, 2023Latest Version
Georgia Pro-Birth Accountability Act; enact
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House Second Readers
House • Jan 23, 2023Latest Version
All Legislators in Georgia (Senator and Representative)
