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GA HB161
Bill
Status
5/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Clint Crowe
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AI Summary
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Expands Georgia Bureau of Investigation's subpoena authority to obtain electronic communication records (excluding content) when investigating cyber-enabled crimes including computer fraud, obstruction of law enforcement, terroristic threats, harassing phone calls, and bomb threats
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Establishes domestic terrorism as a standalone crime in Georgia Code Section 16-11-221, moving it from a definitions-only section
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Penalties for domestic terrorism conviction: death or life imprisonment if death results; 15-35 years or life for kidnapping; 15-35 years for serious bodily harm; 5-35 years for disabling/destroying critical infrastructure, government facilities, or public transportation systems
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Prohibits electronic service providers from notifying subscribers about subpoenas issued under this law, and prohibits public disclosure of subpoena issuance during pending investigations
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Updates cross-references to the domestic terrorism statute throughout Georgia Code, including sections on RICO, sanctuary policies, and homeland security definitions
Legislative Description
Georgia Bureau of Investigation; authority to issue subpoenas of electronic communication records for purposes of investigating certain cyber enabled threats to life and property; provide
Last Action
Effective Date 2025-07-01
5/8/2025