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GA HB1281

Bill

Status

Passed

5/1/2024

Primary Sponsor

Carolyn Hugley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

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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