Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 188: Criminal procedure; extend certain protections for victims of family violence and stalking with respect to residential leases
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 188 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on January 29, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal procedure; extend certain protections for victims of family violence and stalking with respect to residential leases. Primary sponsor: Marvin Lim (Democratic), Scott Holcomb (Democratic), Karen Lupton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2025): 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 Title 17, Title 19, and Title 44 of the O.C.G.A., relating to criminal procedure, domestic relations, and property, respectively, so as to extend certain protections for victims of family violence and stalking with respect to residential leases; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvin Lim | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 98 |
| Scott Holcomb | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 101 |
| Karen Lupton | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 83 |
“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