Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 527: Sheriffs; candidates for the office of sheriff are certified peace officers at the time of qualifying as a candidate; require

Passed one chamber Last action March 25, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported

Plain-language summary

SB 527 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 18, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sheriffs; candidates for the office of sheriff are certified peace officers at the time of qualifying as a candidate; require. Primary sponsor: Randy Robertson (Republican), Clint Dixon (Republican), John Albers (Republican), Marty Harbin (Republican), Billy Hickman (Republican), Mike Hodges (Republican), Max Burns (Republican), Jason T. Dickerson, Lee Anderson (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 25, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Randy Robertson (Republican); Clint Dixon (Republican); John Albers (Republican); Marty Harbin (Republican); and 8 more.