Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 459: "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026"; enact

In committee Last action February 5, 2026: Senate Read and Referred

Plain-language summary

SB 459 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026"; enact. Primary sponsor: Billy Hickman (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican), Rick Williams (Republican), Marty Harbin (Republican), Max Burns (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Tim Bearden (Republican), Brian Strickland (Republican), Russ Goodman (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), RaShaun Kemp (Democratic), Clint Dixon (Republican), Bill Cowsert (Republican), Elena Parent (Democratic), Sonya Halpern (Democratic), Mike Hodges (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Senate Read and Referred.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Billy Hickman (Republican); Larry Walker (Republican); Jason Anavitarte (Republican); Shawn Still (Republican); and 15 more.