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- House Bill 287 (Environment / DNR updates). Presenter: Chairman Rhodes. The bill updates code references and amendments to the Environmental Protection Division, clarifies courtesy hunting and fishing license definitions (expands disabled courtesy licenses to include more residents and nonresidents), standardizes a youth age category to 16, and adjusts shellfish master-harvester license pricing (packages of up to 10 for $200; unlimited at $400). House passage recorded: yeas 171, nays 0. (Committee: Game, Fish and Parks.)

- House Bill 182 (Group life insurance for service members). Presenter: Representative Lumsden. A Department of Insurance bill clarifying that being on active duty alone is not a valid reason to deny group life insurance claims; sponsors noted that only a minority of military personnel see combat and sought to prevent inappropriate claim denials. House passage recorded: yeas 171, nays 0. (Committee: Insurance.)

- House Bill 352 (Continuous glucose monitors — Medicaid & gestational diabetes). Presenter: Representative Seebaugh. Amendment ensures Medicaid covers continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) for pregnant women with gestational diabetes when prescribed by a physician; sponsors argued CGMs reduce obstetric complications and long-term diabetes risk. House passage recorded: yeas 169, nays 2. (Committee: Public and Community Health.)

- House Bill 78 (Retirement systems alternative investments). Presenter: Representative Franklin. The bill raises caps on alternative investments: Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) allocation from 5% to 10% and firefighters’ pension alternative investments from 15% to 20% (as presented on the floor). Sponsors said the change helps diversify portfolios and seek higher returns to support future COLAs; opponents raised risk concerns about private equity liquidity and transparency. House passage recorded: yeas 161, nays 9. (Committee: Retirement.)

- House Bill 232 (Interstate Massage Compact). Presenter: Representative Silcox. The bill joins an interstate compact to create a multi-state licensure pathway for massage therapists, raises required training to 625 hours to align with neighboring states, and establishes a compact board to govern reciprocity. House passage recorded: yeas 165, nays 5. (Committee: Regulated Industries.)

- House Bill 153 (Ready-mix concrete / manufacturing tax exemption extension). Presenter: Representative Beth Camp. Extends a sales and use tax exemption covering manufacturing equipment and clarifies inclusion of ready-mix concrete transport equipment, extending relief through 06/30/2031. House passage recorded: yeas 168, nays 3. (Committee: Ways & Means.)

- House Bill 136 (Foster child support tax credit expansion). Presenter: Representative Newton. Expands and strengthens tax-credit support for organizations serving foster youth and those aging out of care; increases maximum annual credit-cap language (sponsors referenced raising the program ceiling from $20 million toward $30 million maximums) and limits overhead so most funds go directly to services, including tuition, mentoring-subsistence supports and program wraparound services. House passage recorded: yeas 170, nays 2. (Committee: Ways & Means.)

- House Bill 164 (Truck dimensions/weights sunset repeal). Presenter: Representative Meeks. The bill removes a sunset provision to make higher allowable truck weight limits permanent for certain forestry and transport uses. Sponsors said it assists recovery and efficiency after Hurricane Helene. House passage recorded: yeas 164, nays 9. (Committee: Transportation.)

- House Bill 34 (Continuing education tracking system / Secretary of State). Presenter: Representative Washburn. The bill directs the Secretary of State’s office to establish an online continuing-education tracking and licensing renewal system for professional boards under that office; sponsors said it will improve compliance and reduce paperwork. House passage recorded: yeas 171, nays 2. (Committee: Regulated Industries.)

Other actions on the calendar included adoption of Senate Resolution 7 (state road dedications), which passed 174-0.

What to watch next: Most of these measures now move to the Senate for consideration. Implementation details for insurance and Medicaid items (HB 182, HB 352) and new licensing/tracking rules (HB 34) will depend on administrative rulemaking and agency guidance.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Session Day 22: 02.24.25","oneSentenceSummary","The Georgia House approved a set of bills Feb. 25, 2025, covering natural resources, veterans’ life insurance language, Medicaid glucose monitor coverage for gestational diabetes, pension investment rules, an interstate massage compact, manufacturing tax exemptions, foster-support tax credits, truck weight rules, and a licensing tracking system.","taxTitle","HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia","taxId",15505,"location","Georgia","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6688875,"Georgia House passes bill to require insurance coverage for PANS/PANDAS in children",810,4677000,5487000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2381648-457c7b651759942b5cc5a9233c036f05&start=4677&end=5487","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2381648-457c7b651759942b5cc5a9233c036f05/thumbnail_4677000.jpg","/articles/6688875/Georgia/Georgia-House-passes-bill-to-require-insurance-coverage-for-PANSPANDAS-in-children","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6688875-5e3bb050c893219f51fcbbc8e208d7b7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771204849&Signature=FkWlQVTnhye1cod2CK3t-8AWTNyfKz7i-ktgjLluNyz0PZ9-ds3fugW87Q9enwtNkitIGwo7kE-MoAsCt6Ob72VJHbhkqEKWxGg7aTdDpau-aNqsfDjBHSQDEBhdYBfZrqwX9jNC1wzA7E3Ivn8Bngq18f5aJRbmjem3lNtjJgtIH20BOitJaXqIxk~Qt9M9TVRUaFnEnS8mSTARhbsE3dpAMXao0DwLeoCLTqbBwVbiGmi2LGb5wwMxOvSuut~8Zl4DSaLMlwz9DNI2FTkSP-jISkl0PSo39LSS6aUVIHoBxZClO69xJ-dRy7UWqDgwXr3FglFG299-rB2neo2aWg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","House Bill 124, which requires health insurance coverage for children diagnosed with pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders (PANS and PANDAS), passed the Georgia House unanimously on Feb. 25, 2025.

Representative Scoggins, who presented the bill, told colleagues the measure \"requires health coverage for children with PANS and PANDAS\" and noted a handout on desks explaining the conditions and treatment needs. Scoggins described the bill as limited in scope: it mandates coverage for diagnosis and treatment that follow nationally recognized clinical guidance. Several members described personal connections to the disorder during floor debate.

Supporters said the bill fills a coverage gap for a condition that can appear suddenly and bring neuropsychiatric symptoms, including anxiety and obsessive-compulsive behavior. Representative Dr. Alff, a physician, called PANS/PANDAS an example of an “orphan” condition needing greater attention and urged members to stand with affected families. Representative Bennett and Representative Clark described local cases and the emotional and financial strain on families; Clark said she had a friend whose daughter developed PANDAS.

Chairman Lumsden, speaking in favor, said the bill will require insurers to cover interventions \"based on nationally recognized clinical guidelines\" and stressed the bill’s goal of preventing families from fighting insurers while caring for children. Questioning from several members focused on clinical research and the bill’s practical effect on access; members noted clinical trials and institutional work addressing the condition.

After committee approval and floor debate, the House voted to pass the bill. The clerk recorded 173 yeas and 0 nays. The bill will next move to the Senate for consideration.

Why it matters: Supporters described PANS and PANDAS as conditions that can cause abrupt, severe changes in behavior and function for children and said early, guideline-based treatment can reduce long-term harm. Sponsors argued the measure prevents financial barriers to care.

Implementation notes: The bill directs insurers to cover diagnostic and treatment services consistent with nationally recognized clinical guidance; it does not itself create new clinical protocols. Sponsors said existing clinical institutions are conducting trials and that the American Academy of Pediatrics has recognized the conditions.

Votes at a glance

Passed: House Bill 124 — Passage vote: 173-0.

Next steps: Referred to the Georgia Senate for consideration.","The Georgia House passed House Bill 124 on Feb. 25, 2025, directing insurers to cover diagnosis and treatment for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric conditions known as PANS and PANDAS. Sponsors and members described the measure as targeted help for affected children and families; the bill passed unanimously, 173-0.","actionData","errors"]

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