Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1249: Education; require public elementary and secondary schools to display the Bill of Rights in multiple locations
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
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- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HB 1249 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Education; require public elementary and secondary schools to display the Bill of Rights in multiple locations. Primary sponsor: Mary Ann Santos (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 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 19A of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to American history recognition and significant documents, so as to require public elementary and secondary schools in this state to display the Bill of Rights in multiple locations; to provide for specifications for such displays; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Ann Santos | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 117 |
“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