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HB1289Introduced in the House

Crimes and offenses; offense of rape; modify provisions

IntroducedHouse Judiciary - Non-Civil

Introduced by Terry Cummings, District 39

What does this bill do?

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Official description

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 6 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sexual offenses, so as to modify provisions for the offense of rape; to provide for penalties; to provide for a limitation on defense; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Where it stands

House Second Readers

February 17, 2026

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Bill history

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