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SR 393

Senate Study Committee on Improving Family Caregiver Services; create

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tonya Anderson and 4 co-sponsors

Senate Resolution 393 establishes a committee to improve support for over 1 million family caregivers in Georgia, aiming to enhance their services and address their challenges.

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Bill Summary · SR 393

Summary of Senate Resolution 393

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: SR 393
  • Title: Senate Study Committee on Improving Family Caregiver Services; create
  • Status: Senate Passed/Adopted
  • Introduced: March 13, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution

Purpose and Intent

Senate Resolution 393 aims to establish a Senate Study Committee focused on improving services and support for family caregivers in Georgia. With the state's senior population growing rapidly, the resolution recognizes the critical role that family caregivers play in the healthcare system, providing over 1 billion hours of care annually. The committee will explore the challenges faced by these caregivers and recommend legislative actions to enhance their support.

Key Provisions

  1. Creation of the Committee:

    • A Senate Study Committee on Improving Family Caregiver Services will be formed.
    • The committee will consist of five members appointed by the President of the Senate, who will also designate a chairperson.

  2. Powers and Duties:

    • The committee is tasked with studying the conditions, needs, and issues related to family caregiving.
    • It will recommend any necessary actions or legislation based on its findings.

  3. Meetings:

    • The chairperson will call all committee meetings, which can be held at various locations and times as deemed necessary.

  4. Allowances and Funding:

    • Committee members will receive allowances as specified in Georgia law.
    • Funding for the committee's activities will come from appropriated Senate funds.

  5. Reporting:

    • The committee must file a report of its findings and recommendations before its abolishment on December 1, 2025.
    • Reports must be approved by a majority vote of the committee members.

  6. Abolishment:

    • The committee will automatically dissolve on December 1, 2025, unless extended by further legislative action.

Impact

  • Who is Affected:

    • Over 1 million family caregivers in Georgia who provide essential care to their loved ones.
    • Employers of family caregivers who may face workforce challenges due to caregiving responsibilities.
    • The broader healthcare system that relies on family caregivers for support.

  • Potential Outcomes:

    • Improved policies and resources for family caregivers.
    • Enhanced recognition of the challenges faced by caregivers, leading to better support systems.
    • Legislative recommendations that could lead to new laws aimed at improving caregiver services.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 13, 2025: Bill introduced and placed in the Senate hopper.
  • March 18, 2025: Bill read and referred to committee.
  • March 25, 2025: Bill withdrawn and recommitted.
  • March 28, 2025: Bill favorably reported by the committee and read a second time.
  • April 2, 2025: Bill passed/adopted by the Senate.

This resolution highlights the importance of family caregivers and seeks to address their needs through a structured study and potential legislative action.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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