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Debate in Rules: proposed changes to Monument Protection Act raise questions about who can sue and whether litigation will fall or rise
Summary
Lawmakers in the Rules Committee debated HB 467, a proposed amendment to the Monument Protection Act intended to provide local governments a 90-day notice and hearing process and a pathway to relocate statuary when a willing donor exists; critics warned the bill could broaden standing and increase litigation while supporters said it would reduce legal uncertainty.
Lawmakers in the Georgia House Rules Committee questioned whether proposed amendments to the Monument Protection Act would reduce litigation over relocation and removal of statues or instead expand who has standing to sue.
Sponsor Chairman Powell presented HB 467 as a bid to give local governments "a clear pathway to avoid litigation" when they seek to relocate or…
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