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GA SR819
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/8/2012
Primary Sponsor
Hardie Davis
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AI Summary
- Creates the Senate Alternative Sustainable Transportation Study Committee, composed of seven Senate members appointed by the President of the Senate, with one designated as chairperson.
- Directs the committee to study Georgia's transportation needs with focus on reducing exposure to oil supply disruptions and price spikes, lessening dependence on foreign oil, and reducing air pollution and carbon emissions.
- Requires the committee to examine cost-effective alternative fuel sources and transportation modes, methods to reduce traffic congestion, and preparation for integrating electric vehicles into Georgia's urban areas and power grid.
- Authorizes committee members to receive standard interim legislative committee allowances for up to five days of meetings, funded from Senate appropriations.
- Mandates any report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation be submitted by December 31, 2012, at which point the committee stands abolished.
Legislative Description
Senate Alternative Sustainable Transportation Study Committee; create
Last Action
Senate Read Second Time
3/5/2012
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/8/2012
Full Bill Text
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