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GA SR820

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Judson Hill

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Origin

Senate

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Senate Entrepreneur in Residence Study Committee, composed of 6 members appointed by the President of the Senate, with the chairpersons of the Senate Economic Development Committee and the Science and Technology Committee serving as ex officio members.
  • Directs the committee to study the feasibility of an entrepreneur in residence program that would place experienced entrepreneurs within government for limited periods to identify inefficient or overlapping government programs that hinder business creation and expansion.
  • Envisions entrepreneurs in residence serving as advocates, mentors, and points of contact for small businesses navigating government requirements, while recommending ways to streamline procedures and improve support programs.
  • Funds the committee from Senate appropriations, with members receiving interim legislative committee allowances for no more than 3 days (up to 5 with authorization from the President of the Senate).
  • Requires any report of findings and proposed legislation by December 31, 2014, at which point the committee stands abolished.

Legislative Description

Senate Entrepreneur in Residence Study Committee; create

Last Action

Senate Passed/Adopted

3/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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