Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 259: Juvenile Code; certain procedures to be followed when there is a determination of suspected child abuse or neglect; provide

Enacted Last action May 12, 2025: Effective Date

Plain-language summary

SB 259 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Juvenile Code; certain procedures to be followed when there is a determination of suspected child abuse or neglect; provide. Primary sponsor: Matt Brass (Republican), Greg Dolezal (Republican), Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican), Rick Williams (Republican), Mike Hodges (Republican), Blake Tillery (Republican), Sam Watson (Republican), Max Burns (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Donzella James (Democratic), Doc Rhett (Democratic), Chuck Payne (Republican), Brandon Beach, Kim Jackson (Democratic), Russ Goodman (Republican), Brian Strickland (Republican), Kenya Wicks (Democratic), Randy Robertson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 12, 2025): Effective Date.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Matt Brass (Republican); Greg Dolezal (Republican); Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican); Rick Williams (Republican); and 14 more.