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GA HB1281
Bill
Status
Passed
5/1/2024
Primary Sponsor
Carolyn Hugley
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AI Summary
- Authorizes the Recorder's Court of Columbus, Georgia to charge a technology fee of up to $10.00 on each fine imposed by the court, with the exact amount set by the judge
- Restricts fee revenue exclusively to court technology needs, including computer hardware/software purchases, leases, maintenance, and installation; audio-visual and communications equipment; and digitization of court records for public access
- Requires all collected funds to be maintained in a segregated account by the clerk of the court
- Authority to assess the technology fee automatically terminates on July 1, 2033, after which any remaining funds revert to general Recorder's Court use at the judge's discretion
Legislative Description
Columbus, City of; Recorder's Court; authorize assessment and collection of technology fee
Last Action
Effective Date 2024-05-01
5/1/2024
Committee Referrals
State and Local Governmental Operations3/4/2024
Intragovernmental Coordination2/16/2024
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