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GA HR1050
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
4/4/2022
Primary Sponsor
Lynn Smith
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and commends the Atlanta metro region and all Georgians for outstanding water conservation advancements over the past 20 years, positioning Georgia as a national model for water stewardship
- Highlights the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, created in 2001, which encompasses 15 metro Atlanta counties, 95 cities, and nearly half the state's residents, making it the only major U.S. metro area with more than 100 jurisdictions implementing a comprehensive water management program
- Notes key conservation achievements including replacement of more than 120,000 inefficient toilets through a rebate program, repair of more than 23,000 leaks since 2012, tiered water pricing, and a per capita water use reduction of more than 10% despite a population increase of over one million
- Acknowledges innovations in drought-tolerant turfgrass developed by the University of Georgia that uses 38% less water, as well as advances in agricultural irrigation technologies such as remote variable rate irrigation
- Urges all named entities and Georgians to continue water conservation efforts to support growing communities, the agricultural industry, and the state-wide economy
Legislative Description
Water conservation; commend outstanding advancements made by Atlanta metro region and all Georgians; urge continued initiatives
Last Action
House Passed/Adopted
4/4/2022
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources and Environment3/23/2022
Full Bill Text
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