Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 523: Local government; annexation contingent upon approval of county in which subject property is located; provide
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 523 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 19, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Local government; annexation contingent upon approval of county in which subject property is located; provide. Primary sponsor: Joseph Gullett (Republican), Chas Cannon (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 21, 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 Article 2 of Chapter 36 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to annexation pursuant to application by 100 percent of landowners, so as to provide that such annexations are contingent upon approval of the county in which the subject property is located; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Gullett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 19 |
| Chas Cannon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 172 |
“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