Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1078: Georgia Administrative Procedure Act; periodic review and automatic sunset of agency rules; provide
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 1078 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Georgia Administrative Procedure Act; periodic review and automatic sunset of agency rules; provide. Primary sponsor: Scott Hilton (Republican), Steve Tarvin (Republican), Mitchell Horner (Republican), Carter Barrett (Republican), Alan Powell (Republican), Holt Persinger (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 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 13 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to the "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act," so as to provide for periodic review and automatic sunset of agency rules; to provide for notice to agencies subject to review; to require that agencies review and report upon rules and regulatory requirements in preparation for review; to provide for forms and reporting procedures; to provide for public hearings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Hilton | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Steve Tarvin | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 2 |
| Mitchell Horner | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 3 |
| Carter Barrett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 24 |
| Alan Powell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Holt Persinger | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 119 |
“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