Environment (Coastal & Flood Protection)

This bill creates a temporary House Study Committee focused on restoring Georgia's salt-water ecosystems, including estuaries and salt marshes. The seven-member committee, appointed by the Speaker of the House, will investigate current conditions affecting coastal fisheries and recommend potential actions to rebuild fish stocks and protect spawning adults. Committee members will receive standard allowances for up to five days of work, with funding coming from the House of Representatives budget. The committee must submit a report with findings or legislative recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding parks, historic areas, memorials, and recreation, so as to restrict development of residential structures on certain coastal islands; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

This resolution (HR 67) expresses the Georgia House's support for transitioning the state to 100% clean, renewable energy by 2050. It focuses on creating green jobs, reducing energy burdens for low-income households (who spend up to 41% of income on energy), and addressing climate impacts like coastal flooding and extreme weather. While it highlights existing efforts - such as Georgia's solar growth (2,600+ MW capacity) and commitments from cities/businesses - it does not create new laws or funding. The resolution serves as a symbolic statement of support for a clean energy transition, workforce development, and environmental justice, without imposing concrete policy changes.