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GA HB270

Bill

Status

Passed

5/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Matt Reeves

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Georgia Code Section 44-7-51 to authorize approved process servers to serve eviction summons in addition to sheriffs, deputy sheriffs, and lawful constables

  • Approved process servers may use the same alternative service methods as sheriffs and constables when personal service fails, including delivering to a person residing on the premises or posting on the door with first-class mailing

  • The bill is officially titled the "Eviction Service Act" and has passed both the Georgia House and Senate

  • Primary sponsors include Representatives Reeves (99th), Leverett (123rd), Camp (135th), Silcox (53rd), and Jenkins (136th)

Legislative Description

Eviction Service and Airplane Evictions Act; enact

Last Action

Effective Date 2025-07-01

5/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/10/2025
Judiciary2/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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