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HB462 • 2025

Toombs County; Redevelopment Powers Law; provide for a referendum

Toombs County; Redevelopment Powers Law; provide for a referendum

Elections
Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Hagan, Leesa
Last action
2025-05-14
Official status
House Date Signed by Governor
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official text mentions automatic repeal under certain circumstances but does not specify what those circumstances are.

Toombs County Redevelopment Powers and Referendum Act

This law allows Toombs County to use specific redevelopment powers under state rules if voters approve it in a referendum.

What This Bill Does

  • Authorizes Toombs County to exercise all redevelopment and other powers provided for under Article IX, Section II, Paragraph VII(b) of the Georgia Constitution and Chapter 44 of Title 36 of the O.C.G.A., known as the 'Redevelopment Powers Law'.
  • Requires a referendum (a public vote) before these powers can be used.
  • Sets effective dates for when this law begins.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Toombs County government officials and agencies
  • Voters living in Toombs County who will decide on the referendum

Terms To Know

Redevelopment Powers Law
The specific state laws found in Chapter 44 of Title 36 of the O.C.G.A. that allow local governments to manage redevelopment.
Referendum
A direct vote by the public required before Toombs County can use these new powers.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The official summary does not explain exactly how or when the referendum will be held.
  • It is unclear which specific redevelopment projects Toombs County plans to start if this law passes.
  • The exact conditions that would cause this law to end automatically are mentioned but not detailed in the provided text.

Bill History

  1. 2025-05-14 Georgia General Assembly

    House Date Signed by Governor

Official Summary Text

Toombs County; Redevelopment Powers Law; provide for a referendum