Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1458: Crimes and offenses; permit clergy members to be charged with certain improper sexual contact offenses

Introduced Last action March 3, 2026: House Second Readers

Plain-language summary

HB 1458 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Crimes and offenses; permit clergy members to be charged with certain improper sexual contact offenses. Primary sponsor: Tyler Smith (Republican), Soo Hong (Republican), Stan Gunter (Republican), Matt Reeves (Republican), Scott Hilton (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): House Second Readers.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Tyler Smith (Republican); Soo Hong (Republican); Stan Gunter (Republican); Matt Reeves (Republican); and 1 more.