Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateGeorgiaIntroduced
SB 148: Public School Property and Facilities; outdoor learning spaces pilot program; provide
Bo Hatchett
SB 148 status: Introduced — Effective Date (updated Jul 1, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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Overall Score
58OUT OF 100
Score:58/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Low Impact 25/100
Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion75%
Bill summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 11 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to public school property and facilities, so as to provide for an outdoor learning spaces pilot program; to provide for a pilot program evaluation and report; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- Potential grant funding for infrastructure
- Economic activity for local landscaping contractors
- Value-add to public school property assets
Risks
- Administrative costs of managing a pilot
- Potential for cost overruns in construction
- Unclear source of long-term funding
Society
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Enhanced student engagement with curriculum
- Integration of nature-based learning
- Increased physical activity for students
Risks
- Risk of inequity in school selection
- Dependency on favorable weather conditions
- Increased demands on teacher training
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Mandated evaluation of program outcomes
- Reporting requirements for pilot participants
- Data-driven assessment of infrastructure efficacy
Risks
- Evaluation subject to administrative bias
- Limited sample size for general conclusions
- Potential for delayed reporting cycles
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Increased exposure to natural elements
- Improved mental health through outdoor time
- Reduced sedentary time during school hours
Risks
- Exposure to outdoor allergens and pests
- Increased student supervision requirements
- Sun safety and heat stress management needs
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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