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GA HB765

Bill

Status

Passed

4/26/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jay Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Code Section 49-3-2 to explicitly allow retired individuals to be appointed to county boards of family and children services across seven of the nine eligible professional categories
  • Eligible appointment categories now include both active and retired: pediatric health care providers, school personnel, emergency responders, law enforcement personnel, private child welfare service providers, mental health care providers, and faith-based community leaders
  • County boards consist of 5 to 7 members appointed by the county governing authority, with appointments required to reflect the gender, race, ethnic, and age characteristics of the county population
  • Two categories—alumni of the child welfare system and former foster parents—remain unchanged, as they already inherently encompass former participants

Legislative Description

Social services; board member appointments may include certain retired individuals; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

7/1/2016

Full Bill Text

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