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GA HB1530
Bill
Status
3/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matt Barton
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AI Summary
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Extends the mayoral term for the City of Fairmount from two years to four years, beginning with the mayor elected in 2027
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Maintains the four-member city council structure with staggered four-year terms, with Posts 1 and 3 elected together and Posts 2 and 4 elected two years later
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Requires candidates for mayor and council to be Fairmount residents for one year prior to election, remain residents during service, and meet Georgia House of Representatives qualification standards
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Authorizes the mayor and council to set their own salaries by ordinance, with any increases taking effect only after the next regular municipal election
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Allows reimbursement of actual and necessary expenses for elected officials upon presentation of itemized vouchers when authorized by the mayor and council
Legislative Description
Fairmount, City of; future mayors shall be elected to four-year terms; provide
Last Action
House Second Readers
3/12/2026