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GA HB53
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/15/2024
Primary Sponsor
John Corbett
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AI Summary
- The State Board of Registration for Foresters is established as an independent state agency and separate budget unit, effective January 1, 2025, attached to the State Forestry Commission for administrative purposes only and removed from the jurisdiction of the Secretary of State
- Governor-appointed board members must now be confirmed by the Senate, and members must file their oath of office with the director of the State Forestry Commission rather than the Secretary of State
- The registration fee for a registered forester license is set at $200.00, adjusted biennially according to changes in the Consumer Price Index, replacing the previous board-established fee
- The board is authorized to issue cease and desist orders, after notice and hearing, against persons practicing professional forestry without a license, with fines up to $500.00 per violation per day for those who violate such orders
- The director of the State Forestry Commission replaces the division director of the professional licensing boards division as secretary of the board for administrative purposes only
Legislative Description
State Board of Registration for Foresters; independent state agency; provisions
Last Action
Senate Tabled
3/26/2024
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Consumer Affairs2/16/2024
Natural Resources and Environment1/24/2023
Full Bill Text
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