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GA HB1297
Bill
Status
Passed
4/11/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jay Roberts
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AI Summary
- Authorizes a nonbinding, advisory referendum in Jeff Davis County asking voters whether the judge of the Probate Court should also serve as the chief magistrate judge of the Magistrate Court.
- Directs the county election superintendent to hold the referendum on the day of the next general primary election in 2012, with notice published once a week for two weeks prior in the county's official organ.
- Requires the election superintendent to certify results to the Secretary of State and to each member of the General Assembly whose district includes any part of Jeff Davis County.
- All costs of the referendum election are to be borne by Jeff Davis County.
- Takes effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or upon becoming law without such approval.
Legislative Description
Jeff Davis County; nonbinding, advisory referendum by electors to ascertain if judge of Probate Court will also serve as chief magistrate judge; provide
Last Action
Effective Date
4/11/2012
Committee Referrals
State and Local Governmental Operations3/26/2012
Intragovernmental Coordination - Local3/20/2012
Full Bill Text
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