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GA HB575

Bill

Status

Passed

5/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Derrick McCollum

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Department of Transportation may publish public hearing notices electronically in newspapers (in addition to print) and must post notices on its website at least 30 days before hearings

  • Department may negotiate acquisition of common property (e.g., condominium or HOA common areas) directly with the association's governing board, which can convey property on behalf of all owners

  • Department authorized to establish a towing and recovery program for vehicles exceeding 16,000 pounds that are disabled, damaged, abandoned, or wrecked on interstate and limited access highway rights of way

  • Department may pay utility relocation costs through written agreements with utility providers (not just through roadway contractor contracts) when necessary for public road construction projects

Legislative Description

Transportation, Department of; authorize notice of certain public hearings by electronic publication

Last Action

Effective Date 2025-07-01

5/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/6/2025
Transportation2/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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