Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 626: Criminal procedure; extend retention period of evidence of sexual assault when victim elects not to immediately report assault

In committee Last action March 4, 2026: House Postponed

Plain-language summary

HB 626 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal procedure; extend retention period of evidence of sexual assault when victim elects not to immediately report assault. Primary sponsor: Karen Lupton (Democratic), Scott Holcomb (Democratic), Karen Mathiak (Republican), Matt Dubnik (Republican), Marvin Lim (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): House Postponed.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Karen Lupton (Democratic); Scott Holcomb (Democratic); Karen Mathiak (Republican); Matt Dubnik (Republican); and 1 more.