HB 1385

Georgia House bill in Session 1033.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 6, 2026.

Fire protection and safety; improve government efficiency by updating provisions of office of the Safety Fire Commissioner.

Bill ID GA-1033-HB-1385
Session 1033
Status in_committee
Committee Regulated Industries
House in_committee 2026-03-06
Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 8 and 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to buildings and housing and fire protection and safety, respectively, so as to improve government efficiency by updating provisions of the office of the Safety Fire Commissioner; to provide for procedures for rules promulgation, hearings, and appeals; to provide for the appointment of a deputy commissioner of safety fire; to provide for certain powers in suspected arson investigations; to provide for immediate reporting of fatalities caused by fire or smoke; to provide for suspension or revocation of a license; to provide for an increased reinspection fee; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Sponsor
Chastain, Johnny
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-02-19 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-06 Status in_committee
2026-03-06 Latest Action House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
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