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GA HR1523

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2014

Primary Sponsor

Christian Coomer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a House Study Committee to review the Georgia Code of Military Justice, which was enacted in 1955 and has not been substantially updated, and recommend necessary changes including possible adoption of the Model State Code of Military Justice
  • The Georgia National Guard comprises over 13,000 members operating under a state budget of approximately $9 million and a federal budget of $552 million annually
  • The committee shall consist of three members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker, with the Adjutant General of Georgia and staff required to provide information and assistance
  • At least 14 states have already adopted the Model State Code of Military Justice and 23 others are actively reviewing it; the Department of Defense approved and recommended adoption by all states in 2005
  • Committee members may receive allowances for no more than five days, funded through House appropriations, with a final report due on or before December 1, 2014, at which time the committee shall be abolished

Legislative Description

Joint Study Committee to Review and Recommend Necessary Changes to the Georgia Code of Military Justice; create

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted By Substitute

3/10/2014

Full Bill Text

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