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09/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/23/2026 11:08

Rep. Imani Barnes to Hold Press Conference on Proposed Legislation Miya’s Law Tomorrow

ATLANTA - State Representative Imani Barnes (D-Tucker) will hold a press conference to discuss her proposed legislation, Miya's Law, TOMORROW, Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta, Ga.

Miya's Law would prohibit landlords of residential rental properties from entering a dwelling unit without providing tenants at least 24 hours' notice prior to entry for any purpose. This would include, but not be limited to, inspecting the dwelling unit, making necessary or agreed upon repairs or improvements, supplying agreed-upon service or showing the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgages, tenants, workers or contractors. Rep. Barnes intends to formally introduce the legislation during the 2027 legislative session.

The full text of the proposed legislation may be found here.

WHO: Rep. Imani Barnes (D-Tucker)

WHAT: Press Conference on Miya's Law

WHEN: Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 1 p.m.

WHERE: Georgia State Capitol, Liberty Plaza, 206 Washington St. S.W., Atlanta, GA 30334

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