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GA SB272

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/1/2021

Primary Sponsor

Donzella James

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Equity and Reconciliation Commission within the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, consisting of 13 members: 6 appointed by the Governor, 3 by the Speaker of the House, 3 by the President of the Senate, and the commissioner of community affairs or designee
  • Members serve four-year terms without compensation but may receive mileage and expense reimbursement at state employee rates; a majority constitutes a quorum, and a chairperson is elected annually
  • Charges the commission with studying conditions, needs, and issues related to equity and reconciliation in Georgia, and with initiating research, executing initiatives, and recommending policies and legislation
  • Requires the commission to appoint an unpaid executive director (who shall not be a state employee) and an advisory committee composed of individuals and organizations with expertise in equity and reconciliation
  • Mandates an annual report to the Governor, Speaker of the House, President of the Senate, and the public on the first Monday after January 1, detailing the commission's work, findings, and any policy or legislative recommendations

Legislative Description

Racial Equity and Reconciliation Commission of Georgia; create

Last Action

Senate Read Second Time

3/11/2022

Committee Referrals

Government Oversight3/1/2021

Full Bill Text

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