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GA SB413
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kim Jackson
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AI Summary
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Tenants who experience residential firearm violence at or near their residence may terminate their lease with 30 days written notice to the landlord
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"Residential firearm violence" includes any felony or misdemeanor committed with a firearm, or any firearm action creating serious risk of injury or resulting in injury against a tenant or legal occupant
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Tenants must provide documentation such as a victim services provider verification, law enforcement record, healthcare provider record, or sworn affidavit from a qualified third party
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Terminating tenants owe only prorated rent through the termination date plus any prior unpaid amounts, with no additional fees or early termination penalties
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Terminations made 14 or more days before occupancy incur no damages or penalties; these lease termination rights cannot be waived or modified by any agreement between landlord and tenant
Legislative Description
Landlord and Tenant; residential rental or lease agreement terminations if a tenant or a legal occupant of a residence experienced residential firearm violence; provide
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
1/27/2026