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HB992 • 2025

State parks; free admission on certain public and legal holidays; provide

State parks; free admission on certain public and legal holidays; provide

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Sponsor
Wilkerson, David
Last action
2026-01-27
Official status
House Second Readers
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source confirms the bill's intent but does not define which holidays qualify or if fees for activities like camping are waived.

Free Admission to State Parks on Certain Holidays

This bill changes state law so that people do not have to pay an entrance fee for certain public and legal holidays at Georgia state parks.

What This Bill Does

  • Provides free admission to state parks on specific public and legal holidays.
  • Amends the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding general provisions for parks, historic areas, memorials, and recreation.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Visitors who enter Georgia state parks on designated public or legal holidays.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill text does not list the specific names of the public or legal holidays included.
  • The effective date is not provided in the source material.
  • It is unclear if this free admission applies to all activities within the parks, such as camping or special events.

Bill History

  1. 2026-01-27 Georgia General Assembly

    House Second Readers

Official Summary Text

State parks; free admission on certain public and legal holidays; provide