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GA HB869

Bill

Status

Passed

5/8/2018

Primary Sponsor

Roger Bruce

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals the constitutional amendment that created the Fulton County Industrial District and prohibited Fulton County's governing authority from levying taxes for educational purposes within the boundaries of an independent school system
  • The original amendment was proposed by 1979 House Resolution No. 10-35 and continued in force by acts approved March 14, 1983 and March 20, 1986
  • Requires a referendum of Fulton County electors on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November 2018, with the election cost borne by Fulton County
  • If approved by more than one-half of votes cast, the repeal takes full force and effect on January 1, 2019; if not approved or the election is not conducted, the Act automatically repeals itself on January 1, 2019
  • The election superintendent of Fulton County must publish the date and purpose of the election once a week for two weeks preceding the vote and certify results to the Secretary of State

Legislative Description

Fulton County Industrial District; repeal amendment

Last Action

Effective Date

5/8/2018

Full Bill Text

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