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GA SB375
Bill
Status
4/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Shawn Still
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AI Summary
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Defines "hinduphobia" as antagonistic, destructive, and derogatory attitudes and behaviors towards Hinduism under Georgia law
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Requires all state agencies and local political subdivisions enforcing anti-discrimination laws (based on race, color, religion, or national origin) to consider the definition of hinduphobia during enforcement
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Directs prosecutors to consider hinduphobia when determining whether to seek enhanced hate crime penalties under Code Section 17-10-17
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Includes protections for First Amendment rights and legally protected speech, including commentary on U.S. foreign policy and international affairs
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Contains a nonseverability clause meaning if any portion is found unconstitutional, the entire Act is automatically repealed
Legislative Description
State Government; consider the definition of hinduphobia provided for in this Act to apply to laws and regulations; require certain agencies
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
4/4/2025