SB 58

Abstract

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 23-3-122 of the O.C.G.A., relating to investigations by Attorney General, civil actions authorized, intervention by government, limitation on participating in litigation, stay of discovery, alternative remedies, division of recovery, and limitations, so as to eliminate the requirement that the Attorney General provide written approval that allows for a private person to bring a civil action regarding false taxpayer claims; to amend Code Section 49-4-168.2 of the O.C.G.A., relating to role of Attorney General in pursuing cases, civil actions by private persons, special procedures for civil actions by private persons, limitation on participation, stay of discovery, and receipt of proceeds; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.