Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1041: Courts; expedition of child custody and visitation modification hearings in certain circumstances; provide
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Plain-language summary
HB 1041 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Courts; expedition of child custody and visitation modification hearings in certain circumstances; provide. Primary sponsor: Sandra Scott (Democratic), Viola Davis (Democratic), Kim Schofield (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): House Second Readers.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to the juvenile code, so as to provide for the expedition of child custody and visitation modification hearings in certain circumstances; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for a definition; to provide for notice; to amend Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to domestic relations, so as to provide that denial of a court ordered visitation or parenting time may result in modification of custody or parenting time, suspension or reduction of child support, or other sanctions; to provide for definitions; to establish procedures and protections for enforcement; to provide for related matters; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandra Scott | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 76 |
| Viola Davis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 87 |
| Kim Schofield | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 63 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Second Readers
- House First Readers
- House Hopper