Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 563: "Juvenile Second Chance Record Confidentiality Act"; enact
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 563 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "Juvenile Second Chance Record Confidentiality Act"; enact. Primary sponsor: Randal Mangham (Democratic), Kenya Wicks (Democratic), RaShaun Kemp (Democratic), Harold Jones (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 25, 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 9 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to access to hearing and records relative to the juvenile code, so as to provide for the automatic sealing of files and records in certain circumstances; to provide for exceptions; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randal Mangham | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 55 |
| Kenya Wicks | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 34 |
| RaShaun Kemp | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 38 |
| Harold Jones | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
“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