Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 427: Physicians; limited provisional licenses and a pathway to licensure for certain internationally trained physicians; provide

Enacted Last action May 11, 2026: Act 509

Plain-language summary

SB 427 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Physicians; limited provisional licenses and a pathway to licensure for certain internationally trained physicians; provide. Primary sponsor: Ben Watson (Republican), Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican), Chuck Hufstetler (Republican), Kim Jackson (Democratic), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican), Randy Robertson (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Sally Harrell (Democratic), Sonya Halpern (Democratic), Marty Harbin (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Nan Orrock (Democratic), Ed Setzler (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 11, 2026): Act 509.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Ben Watson (Republican); Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican); Chuck Hufstetler (Republican); Kim Jackson (Democratic); and 10 more.