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GA HB1054
Bill
Status
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Angela Moore
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AI Summary
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Prohibits businesses with 10+ employees from knowingly discharging chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity into drinking water sources, or exposing individuals to such chemicals without first providing clear and reasonable warning
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Requires the Governor to publish and annually update a list of chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity by January 1, 2027, incorporating substances identified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and federal hazard standards
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $2,500 per day per violation, enforceable by the Attorney General, district attorneys, or private citizens through public interest lawsuits after providing 60 days' notice to alleged violators
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Creates the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Fund in the state treasury, funded by 75% of collected penalties, with the remaining 25% paid to the enforcing party
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Effective date contingent on voters approving a constitutional amendment at the 2026 General Election authorizing creation of the enforcement fund; otherwise the act is automatically repealed
Legislative Description
Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 2026; enact
Last Action
House Second Readers
1/29/2026