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GA SB639
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/29/2022
Primary Sponsor
Brian Strickland
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AI Summary
- The chief judge of the superior court of Henry County may declare a temporary vacancy on the Board of Commissioners due to a member's ill health, suspension from office, or failure to attend one-third of regular meetings in a three-month period without being excused
- Absences due to personal accident, emergency, illness, or injury—or the same for an immediate family member—are automatically excused, provided the member notifies the county clerk before the meeting
- Temporary vacancies shall not exceed 90 days, and within 14 days of the declaration, remaining board members must appoint a qualified interim successor from the affected district, chosen from nominees provided by the vacated member's political party executive committee
- Before declaring a vacancy for excessive absences, the chief judge must hold an evidentiary hearing with notice to the board member and an opportunity for that member to present evidence
- If a temporary vacancy exceeds 90 days, a special election must be held, and the person elected takes office immediately upon certification and serves until the incumbent's vacancy ends or the unexpired term expires, whichever comes first
Legislative Description
Board of Commissioners of Henry County; temporary vacancies; revise provisions
Last Action
House Second Readers
3/30/2022
Committee Referrals
Intragovernmental Coordination3/29/2022
State and Local Governmental Operations3/25/2022
Full Bill Text
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