Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 496: Annexation of Territory; certain annexations are contingent upon approval of the county in which the subject property is located; provide
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 496 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Annexation of Territory; certain annexations are contingent upon approval of the county in which the subject property is located; provide. Primary sponsor: Matt Brass (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Tim Bearden (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Lee Anderson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): 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 1 of Chapter 36 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions for annexation of territory, so as to provide that certain 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 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Brass | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Bo Hatchett | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 50 |
| Tim Bearden | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Jason Anavitarte | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| Lee Anderson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
“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