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GA SB548

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carden Summers

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Georgia Code Section 16-9-59 to exempt certain for-profit credit repair organizations from the state's "credit repair services organization" definition if they meet specified consumer protection requirements

  • Requires qualifying organizations to obtain a $50,000 bond filed with the Attorney General's office, which must remain in place for at least one year after ceasing operations in Georgia to cover fines or damages

  • Mandates written contracts disclosing services provided and monthly fees, along with an information statement notifying buyers of their right to dispute credit report items independently

  • Requires organizations to only challenge items the buyer affirms are unfair, inaccurate, or unsubstantiated, and must disclose bond surety information

  • Buyers must receive a cancellation notice with the right to rescind within 10 business days and cancel services at any time, with a preprinted cancellation form included

Legislative Description

Fraud and Related Offenses; certain for profit organizations from the term "credit repair services organization"; exempt

Last Action

Senate Read and Referred

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Banking and Financial Institutions2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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