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HB1286 • 2025

Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority; position of director of planning; abolish

Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority; position of director of planning; abolish

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Sponsor
McDonald III, Lauren
Last action
2026-02-17
Official status
House Second Readers
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official text confirms the transfer of duties but does not specify if a new job title will be created for the commissioner or how existing staff are handled.

Abolishing the Director of Planning at the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority

This bill removes the position of director of planning from the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority and transfers those duties to the commissioner of transportation.

What This Bill Does

  • Abolishes the position of director of planning within the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority.
  • Transfers duties and responsibilities for transportation planning to the commissioner of transportation.
  • Amends state laws regarding highways, bridges, ferries, and special district taxes related to TSPLOST.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority (ATL Authority).
  • State agencies managing highways, bridges, and ferries under Title 32 of Georgia law.
  • Agencies dealing with special district transportation sales and use tax under Title 50 of Georgia law.

Terms To Know

Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority
The state organization created to manage transportation projects in the Atlanta region, also known as the ATL Authority.
TSPLOST
Special district transportation sales and use tax used for local road and transit improvements.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The official text does not state the specific date when these changes will take effect.
  • The source material does not explain how many staff members currently hold this role or if they will be reassigned to other jobs.

Bill History

  1. 2026-02-17 Georgia General Assembly

    House Second Readers

Official Summary Text

Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority; position of director of planning; abolish