Frequently Asked
Who introduced it, and what district?
It was introduced by the Health And Welfare Committee. No individual sponsor or district is listed in the available record.
Is this a Republican bill, a Democratic bill, or bipartisan?
The bill was introduced by a committee, so it carries no party sponsor label. The official Senate tally was 27–8. Among positions attributed to a legislator, Republicans voted 21–8 (yes–no) and Democrats voted 6–0. A majority of both parties voted the same way.
Where is it in the process right now?
The bill has been signed into law by the Governor and is now in effect as Session Law Chapter 276.
How did my representative vote?
The official Senate tally was 27–8. Among positions attributed to a legislator, 27 voted yes (Republicans: 21, Democrats: 6) and 8 voted no (Republicans: 8). To see how your specific legislator voted, find your district's member in the roll call for this bill.
When would it take effect?
The law took effect on April 2, 2026.