GA HB1188

Amends Georgia's Fair Business Practices Act of 1975 to require landlords to clearly and conspicuously disclose the total rental price (including all mandatory fees and governmental fees) before entering into a rental agreement or accepting payment

Prohibits landlords from charging "hidden fees," defined as excessive fees, fees for services not performed, fees for legally required services, fees forcing use of preferred vendors, or fees not expressly stated in the rental agreement

Applies to all residential properties including apartments, houses, hotels, inns, vacation rentals, and other short-term rental properties

Violations constitute unfair or deceptive practices under state consumer protection law, with landlords still permitted to pursue remedies for lease defaults or violations if expressly provided in the agreement and not excessive

Takes effect upon Governor's approval and applies to all rental agreements entered into, renewed, modified, or extended on or after the effective date