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GA SB369

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/17/2012

Primary Sponsor

Earl Carter

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the automatic repeal date of Code Section 12-5-9, which established the Georgia Geospatial Advisory Council, from June 30, 2012, to June 30, 2015
  • The Georgia Geospatial Advisory Council is housed within the Environmental Protection Division and tasked with providing the public access to reliable geospatial data, including flood map modernization
  • The council audits Georgia's geospatial capabilities at county, regional, and state levels and makes recommendations for meeting FEMA notification requirements and achieving governmental data interoperability
  • Council members may include representatives from state agencies, local governments, universities, and regional commissions, serve at the pleasure of the division director, and receive no compensation
  • The Act has an effective date of July 1, 2012, and was sponsored by Senators Carter (1st), Tolleson (20th), and Tippins (37th)

Legislative Description

Natural Resources; provide for an extension of the automatic repeal of Code Section 12-5-9

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported

3/19/2012

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources and Environment2/21/2012
Natural Resources and the Environment2/1/2012

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