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GA HR935
Resolution
Status
Passed
8/5/2020
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Tanner
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AI Summary
- Creates the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics as a joint legislative commission to continue work begun in 2019 on developing a comprehensive strategic business plan for state-wide freight and logistics infrastructure and economic competitiveness
- Commission comprises approximately 20 members, including 3 state senators, 3 state representatives, 6 industry/private-sector appointees, 4 local government officials, representatives from the Georgia Municipal Association, Association County Commissioners of Georgia, Georgia and Metro Atlanta Chambers of Commerce, and ex officio members (commissioner of transportation and executive director of the Georgia Ports Authority)
- Charged with studying solutions for trucking, rail, and air cargo, including reducing driving risks, expanding dedicated freight lanes, reducing port and metropolitan traffic impacts, and making legislative and budgetary recommendations on funding and policy
- Authorizes the use of Senate and House appropriated funds for commission operations and private consulting contracts with nationally or globally prominent freight and logistics professionals, with member expense allowances capped at five days unless additional days are authorized
- Commission must submit its final report by December 31, 2020, approved by majority vote of a quorum and filed with the Secretary of the Senate and Clerk of the House, after which the commission stands abolished
Legislative Description
Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics; create
Last Action
Effective Date
8/5/2020
Full Bill Text
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