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GA HB1497

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mary Ann Santos

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires quitclaim deeds and similar instruments that convey property ownership without title warranty to include a mandatory disclosure statement in boldface capital letters at the top of the first page

  • The required disclosure must state that the document transfers ownership, the grantor will no longer hold any ownership interest, and the transfer becomes effective after proper execution and recording with the Clerk of Superior Court

  • Amends Code Section 44-2-14 of Title 44, which governs recording requirements for deeds and other real property transactions

  • Sponsored by Representatives Santos (117th), Tran (80th), Frye (122nd), and Washburn (144th)

Legislative Description

Georgia Home Title Protection and Deed Fraud Prevention Act; enact

Last Action

House Second Readers

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/4/2026

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