#GeorgiaElderProtection
A new bill in Georgia aims to enhance protections against elder exploitation by expanding the definition of abuse and including family members in its reach.

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Panel approves expansion of elder‑exploitation protections and registry changes
Subcommittee voted to advance HB1290 (LC481704) to remove 'coercion' language, expand covered actors beyond guardians/caregivers, and add certain exploitation offenses to the offender registry; sponsor and witnesses supported the changes.
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February 21, 2026 at 2:37 PM