Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 514: Primaries and Elections; use of ballot drop boxes; eliminate authorization
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 514 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Primaries and Elections; use of ballot drop boxes; eliminate authorization. Primary sponsor: Tim Bearden (Republican), Rick Williams (Republican), Randy Robertson (Republican), Greg Dolezal (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Jason T. Dickerson. Most recent recorded action (February 18, 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 Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to primaries and elections generally, so as to eliminate authorization for the use of ballot drop boxes; to revise provisions relating to dates for certain special elections related to sales and use taxes; 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Bearden | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Rick Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Randy Robertson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Greg Dolezal | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Matt Brass | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Jason T. Dickerson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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