ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia lawmakers have seemingly reached a breakthrough in the longstanding debate over revamping the state's adoption code.
The House on Thursday unanimously passed a sweeping revamp of the adoption code. The measure now goes to the Senate.
Speeding up the state's adoption process has been a top priority for many. Last year, efforts were derailed by a controversial amendment that would have allowed people to cite their religious beliefs and refuse to give children to LGBT couples.
Legislators are also considering whether to allow earlier Sunday alcohol sales and how to combat the opioid crisis.
On Monday, a House committee will vote on whether to force drivers to use hands-free cellphone technology.
