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GA HR1237

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/7/2012

Primary Sponsor

Calvin Hill

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the federal government to cease collecting motor fuel taxes in Georgia so the state can collect and distribute those taxes directly without delays caused by federal collection and disbursement
  • Argues that the main mission of the U.S. Department of Transportation has been largely fulfilled by the completion of the federal interstate highway system
  • Asserts that federal motor fuel taxes paid by Georgia citizens are needlessly routed through the federal government before being returned to the state
  • Contends that federal restrictions, mandates, and spending requirements prevent Georgia citizens from setting their own transportation priorities
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit the resolution to the U.S. Department of Transportation Commissioner and Georgia's congressional delegation

Legislative Description

Federal government; cease collection of motor fuel taxes in Georgia; urge

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted

3/7/2012

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/1/2012

Full Bill Text

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