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GA HB1474
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/26/2010
Primary Sponsor
Anthony Sellier
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AI Summary
- Publishers and distributors of unsolicited newspapers in Georgia would be required to create and maintain a "Do Not Receive Registry" listing residents who do not wish to receive unsolicited newspapers
- Unsolicited newspapers must prominently print on the front cover a boldface opt-out statement along with a toll-free phone number, mailing address, e-mail address, and website where residents can request placement on the registry
- Once a resident requests to be added to the Do Not Receive Registry, the publisher or distributor is prohibited from delivering the unsolicited newspaper to that resident and may not remove the resident's name unless the resident requests removal
- Violations of the chapter constitute a misdemeanor, carrying criminal penalties upon conviction
- Aggrieved persons may bring a civil action to obtain compensatory and punitive damages, preliminary and equitable relief, reasonable investigation expenses, court costs, and attorney's fees
Legislative Description
Unsolicited newspapers; create and maintain Do Not Receive Registry; require
Last Action
House Second Readers
3/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/26/2010
Full Bill Text
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