Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 983: Conservation and natural resources; prescribed burning for silviculture purposes is exempt from certain burning notice and permit requirements; clarify

Enacted Last action May 6, 2026: Act 429

Plain-language summary

HB 983 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Conservation and natural resources; prescribed burning for silviculture purposes is exempt from certain burning notice and permit requirements; clarify. Primary sponsor: Leesa Hagan (Republican), Chas Cannon (Republican), Steven Meeks (Republican), James Burchett (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 6, 2026): Act 429.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Leesa Hagan (Republican); Chas Cannon (Republican); Steven Meeks (Republican); James Burchett (Republican).