SB 285: Emergency Communications Authority; increase in the percentage of all 9-1-1 charges to be remitted to the Peace Officers' Annuity and Benefit Fund; increase
SB 285 status: Introduced — Effective Date (updated Jul 1, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialA BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 12 of Chapter 3 of Title 38 and Part 4 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 46 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the Emergency Communications Authority and emergency telephone number 9-1-1 system, respectively, so as to provide for an increase in the percentage of all 9-1-1 charge...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy identified.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Strengthens financial security for public safety retirees.
Risks
- Potential for increased 9-1-1 fee burdens on consumers.
- Reallocation of funds from emergency communications infrastructure.
Society
Benefits
- Improved retirement benefits for peace officers may aid in recruitment and retention.
Risks
- Potential public concern regarding the diversion of emergency service funds.
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