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GA HB1425

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Spencer Frye

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Worker Tariff Relief Program administered by the Georgia Department of Labor to provide temporary assistance to workers who lose jobs, are furloughed, or experience reduced hours/wages due to federal tariffs, retaliatory tariffs, or supply chain disruptions

  • Provides four types of assistance: temporary income support (capped at 80% of prior average weekly wage when combined with other benefits), reemployment services, workforce training for high-demand occupations, and supportive services like transportation and child care

  • Limits assistance to a maximum of 26 weeks, though the Department may extend this period by rule

  • Requires the Department to verify employment disruptions are trade-related through employer attestations or industry data, and authorizes prorating benefits if demand exceeds appropriated funds

  • Mandates annual reporting to the Governor and General Assembly on individuals served, assistance types, affected industries/regions, and reemployment outcomes

Legislative Description

Worker Tariff Relief Program Act; enact

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Industry and Labor2/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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