Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 582: Coroners; the pronouncement of death by paramedics and emergency medical technicians; authorize
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 582 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Coroners; the pronouncement of death by paramedics and emergency medical technicians; authorize. Primary sponsor: Rick Williams (Republican), John Albers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 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 16 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to coroners, so as to authorize the pronouncement of death by paramedics and emergency medical technicians; to amend Code Section 31-10-16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to criteria for pronouncing death and immunity from liability, so as to make a conforming change; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Williams | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| John Albers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 56 |
“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