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Current Legislation in GA the RAOA opposes.

SB255

In Public Safety Committee

By: Senators Payne of the 54th, Robertson of the 29th, Albers of the 56th, Kennedy of the 18th, Hufstetler of the 52nd and others

13 sponsors and co/sponsors

updated on 2/22/24

Bill Status

01/26/2024Senate Read Second Time

01/25/2024Senate Committee Favorably Reported

02/27/2023Senate Read and Referred

02/23/2023Senate Hopper

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to gambling, so as to revise provisions relative to dogfighting; to prohibit fighting of dogs and game cocks; to prohibit possession or sale of fighting related objects; to provide for punishment; to provide for definitions; to amend Code Section 4-8-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to certificates of registration, requirements for issuance of certificate, individuals excluded from receiving registration, limitation of ownership, and annual renewal, so as to make conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Link to Full BILL

SB255

Current list of Sponsors

Name District

1. Payne, Chuck 54th

2. Robertson, Randy 29th Vice Chairman of public safety committee

3. Albers, John 56th Chairman of public safety committee

4. Kennedy, John F. 18th

5. Hufstetler, Chuck 52nd

6. Parent, Elena 42nd

7. Hickman, Billy 4th

8. Harrell, Sally 40th