SB433

"Rio's Law"

Final Passage·4/10/26

Georgia SB433, known as "Rio's Law," establishes specialized license plates for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or developmental.

Georgia SB433, also known as "Rio's Law," creates a process for issuing specialized license plates to individuals with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities and their spouses, parents, or legal guardians. The plates will bear the official "Just Bee" symbol or an approved alternative. The law also mandates training for peace officers on best practices for interacting with individuals who have these specialized plates, including techniques for effective communication and recognizing behavioral symptoms.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 169–0 · Apr 10
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

169 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 18

1:00 PM

Senate Public Safety Committee

Feb 18

1:30 PM

Senate Public Safety Committee

History

Apr 10

Senate

Senate Sent to Governor

Mar 25

House

House Third Readers

Mar 25

House

House Passed/Adopted