The Georgia General Assembly worked diligently Thursday by debating and passing many measures, some of which help the State spend much of the surplus collected over the past several years. In the House, members approved HB 162, Governor Kemp’s proposal to provide $250, $375, or $500 tax refunds to Georgians who paid state income taxes in 2021 and 2022. The House also voted to ratify the governor’s suspension of the motor fuel tax in 2022 (although it’s unclear what other option they had). Meanwhile, the Senate signed off on its version of the Amended FY23 State Budget, which incorporates Kemp’s other proposal for citizen cash infusion this year: funds for one-time property tax relief grants for land-owning Georgians. Needless to say, most Georgians had a good day under the Gold Dome.

Legislation continued to flow out of committees before legislators called it a week. On Wednesday alone, 20 bills passed out of House Committees and into the Rules Committee for consideration. We’re tracking as many of these movers as we can in the #GoldDomeReport.

In this Report:

• Floor Action
• Committee Reports
• New Legislation
• What’s Next

Floor Action

The House took up the following measures on the floor on Legislative Day 23:

• HB 36 - Ad valorem tax; language required to be included in notices of current assessment; revise (W&M-49th). The bill passed by a vote of 170-0.
• HB 95 - Revenue and taxation; Internal Revenue Code and Internal revenue Code of 1986; revise terms and incorporate certain provisions of federal law into Georgia law (W&M-134th). The bill passed by a vote of 172-0.
• HB 138 - Revenue and taxation; update population bracket and census data for certain property tax exemption for certain leased property (W&M-118th). The bill passed by a vote of 170-1.
• HB 142 - Education; establishment of unified campus police forces through agreements by colleges and universities; provide (PS&HS-56th). The bill passed by a vote of 157-2.
• HB 162 - Income tax; one-time tax credit for taxpayers who filed returns for both 2021 and 2022 taxable years; provide (W&M-26th). The bill passed by a vote of 170-2.
• HB 165 - State government; public disclosure not required relative to inspection of public records; include certain documents from Department of Natural Resources (NR&E-64th). The bill passed by a vote of 169-1.
• HB 222 - Insurance, Department of; clarify, streamline, and make transparent the practices of the department (Ins-12th). The bill passed by a vote of 167-0.
• HB 319 - Education; abolish Georgia Higher Education Assistance Corporation (HEd-49th). The bill passed by a vote of 171-0.
• HR 66 - General Assembly; motor fuel and diesel fuel taxes; ratify Governor Brian P. Kemp Executive Orders (W&M-15th). The bill passed by a vote of 170-0.

The Senate took up the following measures on the floor on Legislative Day 23:

• HB 18 - Supplemental appropriations; State Fiscal Year July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 - (Substitute) (Approp-159th). The Committee Substitute passed by a vote of 54-1.
• SB 50 - Education; local boards of education which operate a school with grades nine through 12 may provide instruction in lifeguarding and aquatic safety; provide (Ed&Y-23rd). The bill passed by a vote of 54-1.
• SB 63 - Bonds and Recognizances; setting of bonds and schedules of bails; provide (Substitute) (PubS-29th). The Committee Substitute passed as amended on the Senate Floor by a vote of 31-23.
• SB 110 - 'Back the Blue Act'; enact (I&L-20th). The bill passed by a vote of 52-0.
• SB 121 - Counties and Municipal Corporations; local governments from denying the drilling, servicing, or repair of new or existing water wells on single-family residential and farm properties; prohibit (NR&Env-24th). The bill passed by a vote of 53-0.
• SR 76 - Training Program; high-risk athletic activities for children 14 and under on property owned by the state of Georgia; covering important safety information for prevention and treatment of injuries to our young athletes; encourage (C&F-32nd). The resolution passed by a vote of 51-0.

Committee Reports

House Judiciary Committee

The House Judiciary Committee, chaired by Representative Stan Gunter (R-Blairsville), was called to order to discuss several measures.

• HB 298, authored by Representative Lauren Daniel (R-Locust Grove), amends Article 1 of Chapter 12 of Title 15 of the O.C.G.A. to exempt from jury duty a natural mother or adoptive mother of a child six months old or younger. A friendly amendment on lines 3 and 13 to strike mother and replace it with parent was accepted. Representative Tyler Paul Smith (R-Bremen) explained there is a process for this. Representative Trey Kelley (R-Cedartown) also needed clarity on this. Daniel noted a friend of her was required to be on a jury with a newborn. There was considerable debate on whether or not this bill was duplicative. Kelley offered an amendment to strike 11-15 to insert provided however, any natural or adoptive parent executes an affidavit that they are the primary caregiver to a child under the age of 6 months shall be excused or differed from jury duty. Another friendly amendment to replace, in line 3, mother with parent was approved. The measure received a DO PASS recommendation.
• HB 357, authored by Representative Kimberly New (R-Villa Rica), amends Chapter 12 of Title 19 of the O.C.G.A. would change the process for people changing their name back to their surname or birth certificate name. Currently, you would go to superior court, pay $250, run your name in the paper, and return to superior court to prove you have run it in the paper. This would allow the person to go to Probate Court and pay a fee, which is the same process if someone is marrying. Representative Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) needed clarification of a line explaining the fees and expressed concern over fraud. Representative Soo Hong (R-Lawrenceville) also needed clarity on the fees. Representative Mitchell Scoggins (R-Cartersville) suggested discussing this with the probate court judges and clerks of superior courts. Representative New highlighted that this would only be for birth names. It would not be applicable if someone wanted to change their name to something that had never been associated. The committee held the measure for further discussion.
• HB 370, authored by Representative Jesse Petrea (R-Savannah), seeks to amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 23 of the O.C.G.A. to review state or crown/king’s grants. On the Georgia coast, the marsh is owned by private individuals. There have been issues with people wanting to build docks through the marsh. In order to do this, they have to prove they own the marsh from the time of the king's grants. Often, this process takes anywhere from five to seven years to prove ownership. This measure creates a new path. It would require that the land would be put into a conservation easement. Representative Stacey Evans (D-Atlanta) asked the reasons why it is taking so long for one to receive proof of ownership. Representative Matt Reeves (R-Duluth) asked if the local district attorney or someone else should be notified of this. Today it goes to the Attorney General’s office. It was changed to state properties so that the Attorney General’s office would be their representative and defender. Reeves felt it was important to serve the Attorney General’s office. Representative Rob Leverett (R-Elberton) clarified this would be another kind of quiet title and submission of an abstract to the State Properties Commission. Petrea agreed with his assessment. Kelley asked why there was not just a time limit on the Attorney General’s office.

Dr. Jerry Williams explained that the quiet title action is to the universe. The State Attorney General’s Office does respond and goes into delay mode. He is in his fourth year and fourth special master's and has had one hearing in four years. The lost records occurred, and all the plat books disappeared from the coast during the Revolutionary War. One book did return after the war ended, but it only shows the plats closer to the Florida border. Chairman Gunter asked for clarity on some sections asking for one to go back to the crown grant and then a line that suggests 40 years. Dr. Williams noted this is a judicial bill for one to receive their title to conserve the marsh rightfully. The bill clarified that this allows owners to use the new path outlined in the bill for conservation only.

April Lipscomb from the Southern Attorney Law Center expressed concern for the measure. This concern stems from the burden of proof and the new process which this measure creates.

Kevin Lang expressed similar concerns as Lipscomb over the measure.

There was no action taken on this measure.

• HB 404, authored by Representative Kasey Carpenter (R-Dalton), amends Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the O.C.G.A. to create the Safe at Home Act. The measure defines human habitation. It places a cap on security deposits at three months' rent. It requires a three-day curing period for a missed payment before eviction. It prevents landlords from turning off the air conditioning during the eviction period. It also allows landlords to remove tenants engaging in criminal activity. Representative Hong asked for clarity on removing a tenant who has been arrested but not yet convicted. Oliver asked about human habitation and a more specific definition. Carpenter acknowledged this and felt there needed to be judicial discretion. Oliver expressed concern that the cap for security deposits would create a standard for landlords.

Lt. Buck from the Fulton County Marshal's Office addressed the possible consequences for executing and setting a 14 day requirement. This would prioritize writs on criminal activity over other writs. Currently, delays are not only due to police staffing but also eviction staff.

This report went to press as the House Judiciary Committee continued its debate.

• HB 355, authored by Representative Kasey Carpenter (R-Dalton), seeks to amend Article 6 of Chapter 3 and Article 3 of Chapter 5 of Title 44 of the O.C.G.A.
• HB 375, authored by Representative Rob Leverett (R-Elberton), amends Code Section 29-5-23 of the O.C.G.A.
• HB 456, authored by Chairman Stan Gunter, amends Article 1 of Chapter 32 of Title 36 of the O.C.G.A.

House Education Committee

The House Education Committee, chaired by Representative Chris Erwin (R-Homer), met on Thursday to hear the following measures:

• HB 51, authored by Representative Clay Pirkle (R-Ashburn), amends Title 20 to authorize local boards of education to use vehicles other than school buses for the transport of all students to and from school and school-related activities.

Pirkle presented the bill to the Committee, which expands upon recent legislation that opened up access to this transportation for special needs and homeless students to allow for transportation of any students. The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

• HB 318, authored by Representative Scott Hilton (R-Peachtree Corners), amends Title 20 to provide for the reestablishment of the Office of Charter School Compliance under the State Charter Schools Commission. The bill also makes several other revisions to statute relating to charter school administration.

Representative Hilton presented the bill to the Committee, explaining the move of the compliance office to the State Charter Schools Commission was “additive” and would provide additional resources for charter schools. In response to a question, Hilton said the bill would not affect how charter schools are authorized. The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

• HB 338, authored by Erwin (R-Homer), is the “Student Technology Protection Act”. The bill amends Title 20 to provide for the inclusion of methods for the promotion of the safe and appropriate use of technology and responsible digital citizenship in the comprehensive character education program. Further, the bill requires local boards of education and governing bodies of charter schools to annually submit acceptable-use policies and technology protection measures for review by the State Board of Education.

Erwin presented the bill to the Committee, explaining its history since introduction last year. The bill has had improvements to aid in implementation by all school districts, and the filtering requirements extend to all school-owned devices (but not private devices). The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

• HB 402, authored by Representative Scott Hilton (R-Peachtree Corners), amends Title 20 to require public schools and local school systems to provide water safety education information to parents and guardians of students under 18 years of age and directly to students 18 years of age and older. This information must be provided in electronic or hard copy format and shall include options for age-appropriate water safety education courses and swimming lessons, including courses and lessons offered for free or at a reduced price.

Hilton presented the bill to the Committee, explaining amendments from the Subcommittee to require annual provision of the information, that the information includes courses in the vicinity of the school, and clarify that no school is required to provide swimming instruction or excuse students from school for swimming lessons. The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee

The House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee, chaired by Representative J. Collins (R-Villa Rica), met on Thursday afternoon to consider the following bills:

• HB 424, authored by Representative Ken Vance (R-Milledgeville), amends Title 15 to require certification as a peace officer at the time of qualifying as a candidate for sheriff.

Vance presented the bill to the Committee, and the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association spoke in support of the measure. The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

• HB 500, authored by Representative Deborah Silcox (R-Sandy Springs), amends Title 16 to provide for the felony offense of arson of a law enforcement vehicle. The offense would be punishable by a fine of up to $100,000 and at least five years but not more than twenty years in imprisonment.

Silcox presented the bill to the Committee, explaining that the bill is necessitated by the lack of respect for the police and police property and the high cost and difficulty of replacing police vehicles today. Representative Yasmin Neal (D-Jonesboro) suggested that the Committee align the classification and penalty in the bill with the classification and penalty associated with criminal damage to property. Representative Jordan Ridley (R-Woodstock) expressed concern about the criminalizing of aiding, abetting, and encouraging for young protestors who might get caught up in the moment.

Mazie Lynn Guertin of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers spoke to the bill, explaining that there is already law on the books to prosecute the targeted behavior (interference with government property) and that the data show that mandatory minimum sentences do not deter crime; certainty of getting caught does.

The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

• HB 505, authored by Representative Mike Cheokas (R-Americus), amends Title 16 to reclassify the crime of riot from a misdemeanor to a felony punishable by imprisonment for not less than one nor more than twenty years. The statute defines a riot as an unlawful act of violence or any other act in a violent and tumultuous manner commits the offense of riot.

Cheokas presented the bill to the Committee. Ridley (R-Woodstock) asked whether a bar fight could be charged as a riot, to which Pete Skandalakis of the Prosecuting Attorneys Council responded that, in his experience, a prosecutor would not charge a bar fight as riot.

Mazie Lynn Guertin of the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers spoke to the bill, noting the lack of judicial and legislative definition of what constitutes “violent” or “tumultuous” conduct. Guertin explained that there has been prosecution under the existing riot statute for a mere threat, which was found to constitute a “violent” act.

The Committee recommended the bill DO PASS and be sent to the Rules Committee.

House Juvenile Justice Committee

Chairman Mandi Ballinger (R-Canton) and the Committee took up several initiatives:

• HB 508, authored by Ballinger (R-Canton), received a DO PASS recommendation, and the bill proceeds to the House Rules Committee. The legislation amends O.C.G.A. 16-5-94(c) to provide that order be served on a respondent within 24 hours of the court’s issuance of a restraining and protective order.
• HB 509, authored by Ballinger (R-Canton), was before the Committee as LC 480860. It seeks to include an act of family violence as an element of a burglary offense in O.C.G.A. 16-7-1(b). Family violence is defined in the Criminal Code with specific offenses enumerated. A motion was made DO PASS. The Chairman indicated she would be offering an amendment. These are only misdemeanor acts of domestic violence — but the Chairman explained that it would be up to the prosecutor. There was a concern about making a felony of what is a misdemeanor by Representative Esther Panitch (D-Sandy Springs). The amendment is at line 9 at the end of family violence, only including offenses between current and former spouses, romantic partners, or family members therein. This amendment was offered by Jill Travis with the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. The amendment was adopted and the legislation passed as amended, moving to the House Rules Committee.
• HB 460, authored by Ballinger (R-Canton), addresses the rights of children in guardianship in juvenile court. The legislation provides for a child’s right to legal representation in legitimation cases, guardianship cases, dependency proceedings, and foster care. The legislation was presented by Substitute, LC 48 0870S. Fran Calhoun spoke to the initiative, indicating her appreciation of the bill as it provides clarity for judges. Do the judges want attorneys to be appointed, and should the language be “shall” rather than “may” in the legislation? It depends on the resources available in the counties as they vary. Gabriel Carter with ACCG did not raise opposition to the bill but took issue with the payment of the expenses (that language was eliminated). The bill received a DO PASS recommendation to the substitute presented, LC 48 0870S. The bill passed and moves forward to the House Rules Committee.
• HB 462, authored by Ballinger (R-Canton), presented a Substitute, LC 28 0590S. It should enact the Raise the Age Act in Chapter 11 of Title 15, providing for an implementation committee (timeline, membership, and duties) addressing the juvenile court's jurisdiction to include certain children who are 17 years of age. It does not affect the SB 440 cases. It does add criminal gang activity as prosecutors have requested that language and second offenses. It has a “kill switch” requiring the law to be funded at the state level. Mark Hayden, director for state government affairs of R Street Institute, spoke to the proposal, noting Georgia is one of three states to prosecute 17-year-olds in the criminal system. 17-year-olds have not fully developed brains and cannot determine cause and effect. He also raised the financial impact, which could be millions more annually. Yet, some states found that it was not more expensive. Some see investing in raising the age could see a return of $10 per dollar invested. The Sheriffs Association raised concerns about the legislation. The Sheriffs liked that gang-related activity and repeat offenders remain under Superior Court and its effectiveness is subject to funding (state budget but did not see any reference to the county level funding). The Sheriffs Association remains concerned with the Department of Juvenile Justice bed space with the new age group added. There are also staffing constraints at the Department of Juvenile Justice, causing them to be unable to house as many. Another concern for Sheriffs is the transportation issues - for transporting juveniles to youth detention centers and to medical facilities. This legislation could likely cause more transport. Another concern is adding a new age group into the mix of juvenile offenders - many are more streetwise than younger ones. Chairman Ballinger recited several statistics on current bed capacity. North Carolina contracted out transportation to third parties, which can be looked at in the implementation. Ballinger does not intend for sheriffs to lose a dollar by implementing this; she intends for it to be fully funded by the state. Representative Jodi Lott (R-Evans) asked about evidence that the older youth are causing issues for the younger youth in the detention centers. Christina Anderson with the Barton Child Law and Policy Center has long supported the policy of raising the age. This is the right step and may help prevent children from falling into recidivism. Treat all children as children. Representative Saira Draper (D-Atlanta) asked about carve-outs for who would be treated in the adult system. Ms. Anderson believes that the carve-outs have not worked in other states. Jill Travis, with the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, indicated that the legislation has been a long time coming. With the Juvenile Code rewrite, the idea was present. Travis thanked Ballinger for the changes — she urged the Committee to vote green on the proposal. Lott asked for clarity of line 154, asking about the ability of the superior court to transfer a youth to the juvenile court. Representative Will Wade (R-Dawsonville) noted the Chair’s work on the issue but asked more about judicial discretion. Judge Render Heard, with the Tift Judicial Circuit, stated he and the Council of Juvenile Court Judges are presently supporting the legislation — but noted the devil is in the details. Draper raised concerns about gang activity language exceptions in the legislation and also the disparate impact of some children. She asked to strike lines 183-185; the Chairman indicated she was not in favor of the amendment and that it would be “unwelcome.” The motion died for lack of a second on striking the language. Representative Panitch moved DO PASS, and the bill passed by Committee Substitute, moving forward to the House Rules Committee.

Senate Children and Families Committee

Chairman Kay Kirkpatrick, MD (R-Marietta) and her committee took up the following bills:

• SB 45, authored by Senator Jason Anavitarte (R-Dallas), is the legislation to provide for children in schools to be treated for epilepsy or seizure disorders in O.C.G.A. 20-2-779.3. The author explained that the legislation has been in development for months. School districts have been involved in the process as well. A new substitute was used today — there is a teacher per grade; an epilepsy plan is to be developed and updated annually; it addresses rescue medications; it adds language that other authorized individuals may be involved if the teacher or plan is not available; it addresses training; and allows guidelines to be developed by the Department of Education. The legislation addresses HIPAA and removes liability for all involved. School districts are allowed flexibility. Senator Derek Mallow (D-Savannah) asked about exposure to microwaves and how that would be addressed; Anavitarte explained that it would be addressed in the seizure action plan. Senator Max Burns (R-Sylvania) asked about the timing in the legislation and implementing it quickly. Mallow asked about implementing policy at the beginning of a school year, noting it was easier than implementing mid-year. Jeff Hubbard spoke to the proposal with the Cobb County Association of Educators and also the father of a daughter with epilepsy. He asked for clarification language about the 504 plans to be included (following federal language on a child’s rehabilitation plan) and asked that it be non-waivable. Normally, a child with a disability such as epilepsy is required to have a 504 plan. AJ Taylor spoke to the legislation; he has had epilepsy for several years. A doctor from Morehouse School of Medicine, who is a treating physician for children with epilepsy, explained that seizures are difficult to understand, and there are many types of seizures. Some seizures are triggered by light; there are fears by individuals to approach individuals who are experiencing seizures. Having a “plan” is a good thing according to the doctor.1 in 10 folks will have a seizure in their lifetime — childhood onset is common. A parent of a child with epilepsy believes all school staff should be trained on seizures. Casey Curry testified before the Committee as a teacher who experienced and is also the mother of a child with epilepsy. Teachers are the first line of defense for students who have a seizure. Curry asked that the Committee support the legislation. Buddy Cosley with the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders spoke to the legislation but raised questions about the timelines. Kerry Pritchard, Department of Education, indicated that the Department would love extra time but can work with the dates. The legislation received a DO PASS recommendation to the substitute presented; the bill passed and moves forward to the Senate Rules Committee. Anavitarte closed, noting his appreciation for the work of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta on the bill.
• SB 133, authored by Senator Brian Strickland (R-McDonough), was presented as LC 48 0879S. The legislation sets up due process, and that DFCS gets notice. The legislation addresses delinquency and CHINS actions. Several questions have been raised by juvenile court judges. The summary before the Committee outlined the changes from the original legislation — line 19 outlines the court requirements and makes “reasonable effort” (rather than exhaustive efforts); makes a child protective services report (DJJ will do that instead); line 28 addresses DFCS to opportunity to make reasonable efforts; DFCS meaning opportunity is changed to opportunity; lines 53-54 address the 72 hour clock and when it starts; and lines 63-64 address the court’s affirmative duty for the records. How many removals are the judges ordering from the bench? Strickland did not have an answer and it could be hard to track. Senator Mallow was concerned about the shift of the requirements placed on DJJ and whether they had an opportunity to review and opine. Commissioner Candice Broce noted that DFCS is attempting to strike the right balance. Several folks asked to speak to the proposal — Judge Render Heard spoke to the legislation as a Juvenile Court Judge in Tift Judicial Circuit and president of the Council of Juvenile Court Judges. The Department has a need in some cases to obtain information as quickly as possible - he explained “custody from the bench.” Children at risk for harm require judges to protect that child, and thus, judges give custody of the child to DFCS. In the current framework, there are procedural issues presented in the legislation, and the judges disagree with the bill would not tie judges’ hands to place children in emergency shelter care. There was concern raised about what services are available. There were concerns about involving the judges in the discovery process. Senator Chuck Payne (R-Dalton) told Judge Heard he was with DJJ for 30 years. He asked about children who are not picked up by parents from DJJ; Payne took issue with not addressing parents’ lack of action and neglecting their parental responsibility. CHINS child truancy, more than 10 days, ungovernable or unruly, and runaways. Runaways can be held in detention for 24 hours. The others cannot be placed in detention. A delinquent child who has committed a felony can be placed in detention. A judge cannot hold a child under 18 who has possession of a gun under current law. Melissa Carter with the Barton Child Law and Policy Center spoke, noting the interest of her center in addressing the hoteling of children and preventing children into foster care. She did not think the bill was the right response to preventing children from entry into foster care and managing the cases of hoteling children. States are being sued for hoteling and Georgia is under investigation for the practice. Hoteling is larger than a procedural gap. There are no placement options or services for the child, but this bill allows DFCS more time to determine that. The bill is about accommodating an agency. The needs of the children are urgent and now. Senator Strickland identified the overall issues with housing — he asked if it was getting closer to the “process” for the proceedings by having certain findings. Strickland asked to move the bill forward so that they could continue to work with the judges on the legislation. Commissioner Broce said that there were lingering questions — she echoed Strickland and pledged to work with the judges on the right balance. Broce indicated being a teenager is hard and being a parent is hard. The right information is needed to serve them. Senator Randy Robertson (R-Cataula) noted his history with law enforcement, and he felt that the legislation was a step in the right direction. Payne seconded the motion. Mallow asked how the legislation could be fixed. Strickland indicated it could be fixed on the Floor. The legislation received a DO PASS recommendation, and it moves to the Rules Committee.
• SB 216, authored by Senator Matt Brass (R-Newnan), was presented by Senator Robertson and it defines respite care for children in foster care. It addresses the “babysitting” of children in foster care. The legislation allows foster parents to get 72 hours or longer for respite purposes. The legislation received a DO PASS recommendation, and the bill moves to the Senate Rules Committee.

New Legislation

The following legislation of interest has been introduced in the House:

The following legislation of interest has been introduced in the Senate:

What’s Next

The General Assembly is in adjournment on Friday and will reconvene for Legislative Day 24 on Monday, February 27 at 10:00 a.m.

The House is expected to consider the following measures on Legislative Day 24:

• HB 122 - Georgia Achieving A Better Life Experience (ABLE); governance of program by board of directors of Georgia Higher Education Savings Plan; provide (Substitute) (Hed-27th)
• HB 147 - Safe Schools Act; enact (PS&HS-9th)
• HB 220 - Property; means of enforcement of condominium and property owners’ association instruments; rules; and regulations; provide (Judy-123rd)
• HB 237 - State government; Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby as official soap box derby of State of Georgia; designate (SRules-156th)
• HB 254 - Civil practices; alternative procedure for designation of official legal organ; provide (Substitute) (Judy-136th)
• HB 268 - Criminal Justice Coordinating Council; motor vehicle relate crime prevention initiatives; establish grant program (Substitute) (PS&HS-174th)
• HB 440 - Education; authorize public and private schools to stock a supply of undesignated ready-to-use glucagon (PH-40th)
• HB 444 - Property; revise when an action may operate as lis pendens (Judy-99th)
• HB 480 - Workers’ compensation; benefits; change certain provisions (I&L-160th)

The Senate is expected to consider the following measures on Legislative Day 24:

• SB 99 - Certificate of Need Requirements; exemption for acute care hospitals established in rural counties that meet certain criteria; (Substitute) (RI&U-27th)
• SB 116 - Disposition of Municipal Property; the maximum term of certain leases or contracts for the use of property owned by a municipality for recreational facilities; provisions (SLGO(G)-1st)
• SB 129 - Primaries and Elections; time off for employees to advance vote; provide (ETHICS-25th)
• SB 145 - "Landscape Equipment and Agricultural Fairness (LEAF) Act"; enact (SLGO(G)-48th)
• SB 159 - Correctional Institutions of States and Counties; wireless communications and stand-alone electronic devices behind guard lines; prohibit (Substitute) (PUB SAF-29th)