The State Senate adds controversial language to proposed adoption legislation.

Day 06 (01/19/18) Lawmakers

Premiered January 22, 2018
Day 06 (01/19/18)

Scott Slade is joined by Jim Galloway of the AJC, Representative Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur), and Sen. Josh McKoon (R-Columbus) to talk about HB 159, the proposed adoption legislation. The Senate removed controversial RFRA language, but has added HB 359, a power of attorney bill that Governor Deal vetoed last session.

Lisa Rayam is Live at the Capitol with the details on Day 6.

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