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GA SR769
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/18/2020
Primary Sponsor
Jesse Stone
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AI Summary
- Creates the Senate Domestic Violence Courts Study Committee, composed of 5 Senate members appointed by the President of the Senate, who also designates the chairperson
- Directs the committee to study the establishment of statewide standards for domestic violence court divisions, including basic components, operational requirements, and appropriate agency oversight
- Aims to improve consistency in judicial handling of domestic violence cases, streamline services for victims and their children, and increase offender accountability through specialized courts with dedicated, trained judges and staff
- Limits member allowances to 5 days unless additional days are authorized, with funding drawn from Senate appropriations
- Requires the committee to file any approved report with the Secretary of the Senate and sets an abolishment date of December 1, 2020
Legislative Description
Senate Domestic Violence Courts Study Committee; create
Last Action
Senate Read Second Time
2/28/2020
Full Bill Text
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