Plain English Breakdown
The bill status shows it was passed by both chambers but later withdrawn or recommitted to committee, meaning its final enactment is uncertain.
Better Georgia Without Blight Act
This bill proposes creating a fund to provide financing and technical assistance for fixing blighted properties in Georgia.
What This Bill Does
- Establishes the Better Georgia Without Blight Fund within the Department of Community Affairs.
- Provides definitions, criteria, standards, rules, and regulations for the program.
- Requires reporting on the fund's activities.
- Includes an automatic repeal date.
Who It Names or Affects
- The Department of Community Affairs
- Owners or entities involved in rehabilitating blighted properties
Limits and Unknowns
- The bill only takes effect if the state legislature approves funding for it.
- Specific details about how much money is available, exact definitions of 'blight,' or which specific properties qualify are not listed in this summary.