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GA HB995

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Imani Barnes

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Vape-Free Schools Grant Program by December 31, 2026, to fund public high schools (grades 9-12) in acquiring, installing, and maintaining vaping detectors

  • Requires public high schools to install approved vaping detectors in all student bathrooms, locker rooms, and other areas where vaping may occur prior to the 2027-2028 school year

  • Mandates schools adopt vaping awareness and prevention policies in student codes of conduct, including prohibition of vaping products on school property, graduated consequences for violations, anonymous reporting procedures, and required participation in drug/alcohol awareness classes

  • Requires the Department of Education to develop an approved vaping detector list, create guidance for rehabilitative service partnerships, and submit annual reports on vaping alerts and program effectiveness to legislative committees

  • Contains contingent effectiveness clause: the law automatically repeals on December 31, 2026, if the General Assembly does not appropriate funding by September 30, 2026

Legislative Description

Vape-Free Schools Act; enact

Last Action

House Second Readers

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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