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GA SB235
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Sonya Halpern
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AI Summary
- Creates the HBCU Innovation and Economic Prosperity Planning Districts Commission, an 11-member body appointed by the Governor (3), Speaker of the House (2), President of the Senate (2), and minority leaders of both chambers (2 each), with members serving four-year terms without compensation
- Establishes advisory committees for five planning districts: Albany State University, Atlanta University Center Consortium, Fort Valley State University, Paine College, and Savannah State University
- Advisory committees are tasked with studying economic and community development conditions around each HBCU, reviewing relevant state and federal laws, recommending policies, proposing legislation, and holding public hearings
- Authorizes the commission and advisory committees to accept public and private grants, donations, and philanthropic funds, and to enter into contracts necessary to fulfill their duties
- Requires the commission to publish an annual report on the university system website on the first Monday after January 1 each year, summarizing each advisory committee's activities, findings, and recommendations, with copies submitted to the Governor and legislative leadership
Legislative Description
"HBCU Innovation and Economic Prosperity Planning Districts Act"; enact
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/29/2024
Committee Referrals
Higher Education2/27/2024
Economic Development and Tourism2/23/2023
Full Bill Text
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