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HB1432 • 2025

Georgia Public Defender Council; provide for vacancies on the legislative oversight committee

Georgia Public Defender Council; provide for vacancies on the legislative oversight committee

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Sponsor
Gullett, Joseph
Last action
2026-03-25
Official status
Senate Read Second Time
Effective date
Not listed

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.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-25 Georgia General Assembly

    Senate Read Second Time

Official Summary Text

Georgia Public Defender Council; provide for vacancies on the legislative oversight committee