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GA SR527
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/21/2024
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Payne
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AI Summary
- Creates the Senate Study Committee on Veterans' Mental Health and Housing, composed of five senators appointed by the President of the Senate, to study conditions, needs, and issues related to veterans' mental health and housing in Georgia
- Responds to Housing Assistance Council estimates that approximately 40,000 veterans in Georgia live in poverty and nearly 700 veterans currently experience homelessness in the state
- Directs the committee to evaluate the adequacy of public and private programs and services available to Georgia veterans and recommend any necessary action or legislation
- Limits member allowances to five days unless additional days are authorized, with funding from Senate appropriations
- Requires the committee to file any approved report with the Secretary of the Senate and stands abolished on December 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Senate Study Committee on Veterans' Mental Health and Housing; create
Last Action
Senate Passed/Adopted
2/21/2024
Committee Referrals
Veterans, Military and Homeland Security1/31/2024
Full Bill Text
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