06/28/2026
⚖️🍑🗓️ 7️⃣New laws going into effect July 1, 2026 | Advantage Law Firm . Does your business need help in navigating ? Reach out today.
🍑 & Judicial System
HB 999 – court updates
Raises the maximum amount for cases in Georgia courts from $15,000 to $25,000 and updates court procedures. (One section takes effect Jan. 1, 2027.)
🍑 protection HB 1112 – Cash rounding law | Creates rules for cash if the U.S. stops using . Businesses must accept exact change if offered, and sales tax must be calculated before any rounding occurs. (This only applies if pennies are discontinued.)
🍑 HB 1097 – Caregiver background checks Requires and registry checks for and at facilities serving , older adults and people with .
🍑 HB 1129 – Enterprise zone updates
Revises rules governing local enterprise zones, including incentives and requirements.
🍑HB 1470 – accessibility
Creates legal remedies aimed at discouraging abusive lawsuits over website accessibility claims while encouraging businesses to correct issues.
🍑SB 447 – transparency
Requires to provide real-time online updates on the status of building permit applications.
🍑 Employment HB 1118 – Paid leave
Provides eligible state employees with 120 hours of paid after childbirth and protects them from for taking the leave.
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A wide range of new Georgia laws will take effect July 1, 2026, bringing changes for homeowners, students, drivers, consumers, businesses and law enforcement.
