Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 666: Clayton Judicial Circuit; superior courts; provide for a sixth judge
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 666 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Clayton Judicial Circuit; superior courts; provide for a sixth judge. Primary sponsor: Demetrius Douglas (Democratic), Yasmin Neal (Democratic), Rob Leverett (Republican), Tyler Smith (Republican), Robert Flournoy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 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 Code Section 15-6-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the number of judges of superior courts, so as to provide for a sixth judge of the superior courts of the Clayton Judicial Circuit; to provide for the appointment of such additional judge by the Governor; to provide for the manner of impaneling jurors; to provide for an additional court reporter for such circuit; to authorize the governing authority of the counties comprising the Clayton Judicial Circuit to provide facilities, office space, supplies, equipment, and personnel for such judges; to declare inherent authority; to provide for related matters; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Demetrius Douglas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
| Yasmin Neal | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 79 |
| Rob Leverett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 123 |
| Tyler Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| Robert Flournoy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 74 |
“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