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GA HB942
Bill
Status
Vetoed
5/8/2018
Primary Sponsor
Carl Gilliard
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AI Summary
- Creates the Savannah Farmers Market Commission as a public body corporate, political subdivision of Georgia, with perpetual existence and the ability to contract, sue, and be sued
- Governed by a board of trustees consisting of a chairperson and 7 members selected by majority vote of the Chatham County Delegation to the General Assembly
- Commission is empowered to accept grants and loans from federal, state, and private sources; administer funds; employ staff; and execute contracts, leases, and other agreements
- Purposes include assisting rural farmers from Chatham County and surrounding counties in earning revenue, attracting coastal Georgia farmers to the Savannah State Farmers Market, and showcasing Georgia agricultural programs such as 4-H clubs, Georgia Grown products, and county extension services
- Commission is directed to create a plan encouraging farmers market stalls, arts and crafts vendors, a commercial kitchen, and an entertainment stage, and must hold public hearings to receive community input on market needs
Legislative Description
Savannah State Farmers Market Authority Act; enact
Last Action
Veto V14
5/8/2018
Full Bill Text
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