Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 473: Motor Vehicles and Traffic; submission of proof of completion of certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs by certain applicants to obtain limited driving permits; require
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 473 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 6, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Motor Vehicles and Traffic; submission of proof of completion of certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs by certain applicants to obtain limited driving permits; require. Primary sponsor: Randy Robertson (Republican), Tim Bearden (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Bill Cowsert (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Steve Gooch (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Chuck Hufstetler (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican), Clint Dixon (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): Senate Tabled.
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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 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to require submission of proof of completion of certified DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Programs by certain applicants to obtain limited driving permits; to require completion of a DUI Alcohol or Drug Use Risk Reduction Program for acceptance of a reduced plea for a charge of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 12
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randy Robertson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Tim Bearden | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Jason Anavitarte | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| Bo Hatchett | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 50 |
| Bill Cowsert | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 46 |
| Matt Brass | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Steve Gooch | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 51 |
| Drew Echols | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 49 |
| Chuck Hufstetler | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 52 |
| Chuck Payne | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 54 |
| Clint Dixon | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 45 |
| Larry Walker | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
“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 Tabled
- Senate Read Second Time
- Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
- Senate Read and Referred
- Senate Hopper