
How Do I …
Submit a Request on NextRequest?
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Visit Our Portal
Go to https://gcmb.nextrequest.com/ and click the blue button that says "Make Request".
Make_Request.jpegYou should arrive at the webpage: https://gcmb.nextrequest.com/requests/new and see a webpage with a form that looks similar to this:
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Pick the Correct Department
Choose the best fit from the Department drop‑down:
- 🛡️ Compliance – Questions about filing a complaint (not the complaint itself).
- 🤝 Customer Service – General help, renewal or payment issues, website guidance.
- 🪪 Licensing – Application status, required forms, document uploads (pick your profession and last‑name range).
- 📄 Open Records – Formal public records under the Georgia Open Records Act.
- 📝 Petition & Waiver – Upload a completed rule‑waiver petition.
Unsure? Pick the closest match—staff can re‑route internally.
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Complete the Request Form
In Request Description, answer Who, What, When, Where, Why:
For Example⬇️
“My name is John Smith (who). I submitted my PA application on 3/14/2025 (when) and need the current status of it (what/why).”❌ Skip complaint details, personal health info, or multiple unrelated topics.
🗂️ Enter one subject per request. If you have a different inquiry unrelated to your first submission, make a separate request.Attach Files (Optional)
Need to show a screenshot, form, or letter?
Click Choose file(s) → upload (PDF, DOCX, JPG, PNG, etc.)
Must be signed in to attach; you can add files after submitting if needed.
Enter Contact Info
Provide Name, Email (strongly recommended), Phone, Address.
Email guarantees instant confirmation and update notices.
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Review & Submit
- Check your department, description, attachments, and email.
- Tick the acknowledgement box if shown.
- Click Make Request once.
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Note Your Confirmation
- A screen (and email) will show your Request #.
Keep the email; check Spam/Junk if it doesn’t arrive within 10 minutes.
(Optional) Create a Password
- First‑time users can set a password to access a dashboard of all your requests.
- Skip for now if you prefer—email links will still work.
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Track & Reply
- Log in or use the email link to view status under My Requests.
- GCMB posts messages or files in the thread; you can reply there.
- You’ll get an email every time your request is updated.
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What NOT to Submit
- Formal complaints (use the “File a Complaint” page instead).
- Personal medical advice or protected health information.
- Social Security numbers, credit‑card data, or other sensitive identifiers.
- Emergencies—call 911 or appropriate authorities.