Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 508: "Community Housing Options Increase Efficiency (CHOICE) Act"; enact
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 508 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Community Housing Options Increase Efficiency (CHOICE) Act"; enact. Primary sponsor: Elena Parent (Democratic), Harold Jones (Democratic), Kenya Wicks (Democratic), Sally Harrell (Democratic), Nan Orrock (Democratic), Kim Jackson (Democratic), Freddie Powell Sims, David Lucas (Democratic), Nikki Merritt (Democratic), Nabilah Parkes, Derek Mallow (Democratic), RaShaun Kemp (Democratic), Josh McLaurin (Democratic), Tonya Anderson (Democratic), Doc Rhett (Democratic), Randal Mangham (Democratic), Donzella James (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 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 Titles 12, 32, and 50 of the O.C.G.A., relating to conservation and natural resources, highways, bridges, and ferries, and state government, respectively, so as to provide for a system whereby certain local governments may seek certifications from the Department of Community Affairs upon the enactment of certain policies that can be used to receive priority in grant and loan applications submitted to state agencies; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide legislative findings; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 15
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elena Parent | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 44 |
| Harold Jones | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Kenya Wicks | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
| Sally Harrell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 40 |
| Nan Orrock | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 36 |
| Kim Jackson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 41 |
| Freddie Powell Sims | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| David Lucas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Nikki Merritt | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Nabilah Parkes | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Derek Mallow | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| RaShaun Kemp | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Josh McLaurin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Tonya Anderson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 43 |
| Doc Rhett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Randal Mangham | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 55 |
| Donzella James | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“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