Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 172: Speed Detection Devices; all laws relative to enforcement of speeding violations in school zones through the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; repeal
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 172 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Speed Detection Devices; all laws relative to enforcement of speeding violations in school zones through the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; repeal. Primary sponsor: Derek Mallow (Democratic), Steve Gooch (Republican), Sam Watson (Republican), Nikki Merritt (Democratic), Carden Summers (Republican), Sheikh Rahman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2025): Senate Read and Referred.
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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 14 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to speed detection devices, so as to repeal all laws relative to enforcement of speeding violations in school zones through the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; to provide for conforming changes; to prohibit a local governing body or law enforcement agency from entering into or renewing a contract that provides for enforcement of laws relative to speeding violations in school zones through the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; 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 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Mallow | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Steve Gooch | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 51 |
| Sam Watson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 11 |
| Nikki Merritt | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Carden Summers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 13 |
| Sheikh Rahman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 5 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate Read and Referred
- Senate Hopper