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GA SB279

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brian Strickland

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the State Board of Workers' Compensation to notify the Department of Administrative Services when an injured worker is believed to be an eligible peace officer disabled in the line of duty due to direct interaction with a criminal suspect, arrestee, or inmate

  • Mandates that injured peace officers receive notification about the Georgia State Indemnification Fund and temporary disability compensation programs available under Title 45

  • Requires law enforcement agencies to notify potentially eligible peace officers about available benefits within 10 days of suffering an injury that may cause permanent or temporary disability

  • Defines "eligible peace officer" as full-time or part-time state, municipal, county, or political subdivision employees required to maintain public order, make arrests, and comply with Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Act requirements

  • Authorizes the Department of Administrative Services to promulgate rules and regulations specifying required contact and program information for notifications

Legislative Description

"Daniel D. Podsiadly, Jr. Act"; enact

Last Action

Senate Recommitted

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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