Plain English Breakdown
The bill title confirms the purposes but does not explain the mechanics (e.g., who fills vacancies or what the penalty is).
Georgia Public Defender Council: Rules for Committee Vacancies and Cooperation
This bill changes the rules for filling empty seats on the legislative oversight committee of the Georgia Public Defender Council and adds a penalty if the council fails to cooperate with that committee.
What This Bill Does
- Amends state law regarding the Georgia Public Defender Council to provide rules for vacancies on its legislative oversight committee.
- Establishes a penalty for the council if it does not cooperate with the legislative oversight committee.
Who It Names or Affects
- The Georgia Public Defender Council
- Members of the legislative oversight committee
Limits and Unknowns
- The official text does not specify how vacancies are filled, only that it provides for them.
- The specific amount or type of penalty for non-cooperation is not detailed in the summary provided.
- An effective date is mentioned as a purpose but no specific date is listed.