HB4547Introduced in the House
ELECTION CODE-GA VACANCIES
Introduced by Lindsey LaPointe, District 19
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Election Code. Provides the procedure for filling a vacancy of a Senator or Representative in the General Assembly. Provides that within 3 days after a vacancy, the committee for that legislative or representative district shall create a uniform application for candidates seeking appointment and determine the date, time, and location at which the committee shall make the appointment (allowing for at least 7 days of public notice). Provides that applications received within 2 days before the appointment shall be made publicly available. Provides that candidates shall be granted an opportunity to present their credentials publicly and take questions from the committeepersons. Provides for a proxy for a committeeperson that is ineligible to vote for an appointment. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Referred to Rules Committee
January 30, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Lindsey LaPointe
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
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