The Georgia Council for Recovery supports HB 206 by State Representative Eric Bell, II
HB 206 is pro-family, pro-jobs, pro-public safety, and pro-Georgia values.
HB 206 removes unnecessary barriers that keep people with past drug convictions from getting an education, finding work, and providing for their families. This bill is not soft on crime—it’s smart on accountability.
Education works. People with criminal records who gain access to education are significantly less likely to reoffend and more likely to get a job and pay taxes. Education turns former offenders into workers, parents, and contributors—rather than repeat costs to taxpayers.
When people work, communities are safer. Fewer repeat offenses mean fewer victims, less strain on law enforcement, and lower incarceration costs. Every person who becomes a taxpayer instead of a repeat offender strengthens Georgia’s workforce and local economy.
We often say under the Gold Dome, “It all starts with a good education.” HB 206 puts those words into action by helping people move from mistakes to responsibility—and from dependence to dignity.
HB 206 is pro-family, pro-jobs, pro-public safety, and pro-Georgia values.
The Georgia Council for Recovery urges support for HB 206 and affirms that Georgia Recovers in Communities.
For Recovery,
Laurisa Barthen
GC4R Executive Director
Jeff Breedlove
GC4R Strategic Policy Advisor
404-615-5735
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