Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HB1348

Introduced
2/21/24  

Caption

Local government; authorize acquisition of property interests by municipal elected and appointed officials; provisions

Impact

The implications of HB 1348 on state laws include the establishment of clearer guidelines surrounding the conduct of officials involved in property transactions related to redevelopment projects. By stipulating the requirement for disclosure of interests, the bill seeks to prevent potential conflicts of interest and maintain ethical standards in local governance. This aligns with broader legislative efforts to enhance the integrity of public officials and promote confidence in municipal redevelopment initiatives.

Summary

House Bill 1348 proposes significant amendments to Chapter 44 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, focusing on redevelopment powers. The bill aims to empower municipal elected and appointed officials to acquire property interests within designated redevelopment areas under specific conditions. It introduces a regulatory framework to ensure transparency and accountability by mandating that officials disclose any such interests well in advance of any relevant plans being submitted to local legislative bodies.

Contention

While the bill seeks to enhance regulatory measures, it has sparked discussions around the balance of power and the role of local government versus state oversight. Some legislators may raise concerns regarding potential overreach or the dilution of local governance autonomy. This discourse is particularly relevant in the context of ensuring that local communities maintain a degree of control over redevelopment initiatives that directly impact their areas, considering varying community needs and vulnerabilities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HB610

Local government; authorize acquisition of property interests by municipal elected and appointed officials and employees in redevelopment areas with certain conditions

GA HB1202

Local government; employees holding interest in redevelopment activities; provisions

GA HB609

Local government; prohibitions on employees holding interest in redevelopment activities; revise provisions

GA SB342

Local land bank authorities; tax sale properties acquisitions; tax exemption for acquired properties; tax revenue allocation; conveyance to state and local governments under certain circumstances; creation of local land bank authorities authorized under certain conditions

GA SB3

Local land bank authorities, tax sale property acquisitions, tax exemption for acquired properties, tax revenue allocation, conveyance to state and local governments, multijurisdictional land bank authorities, Governor authorized to create upon state of emergency.

GA S2571

Empowering municipalities and local governments

GA SB18

Relating to the acquisition of property by entities with eminent domain authority.

GA SB1357

Conflict of Interests Act, State and Local Government, etc.; personal interest in a transaction.

GA HB1745

Conflict of Interests Act, State and Local Government, etc.; personal interest in a transaction.

GA SB66

Substitute for SB 66 by Committee on Local Government, Transparency and Ethics - Requiring annual filing of the statement of substantial interests by elected or appointed city or county officials, providing that officials of governmental subdivisions other than cities or counties file statements of substantial interests if any change in substantial interests occurred and requiring governmental officials with a substantial interest in a real estate development project to verbally disclose such interest prior to participating in any discussion, review or action on a proposed zoning change or permit.

Similar Bills

IA HF2246

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.

IA SF10

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(See SF 182.)

IA HF665

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(Formerly HSB 124.)

IA SF655

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(Formerly SF 45.)

IA HSB124

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(See HF 665.)

IA SF182

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(Formerly SF 10.)

IA SF144

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.

IA HF28

A bill for an act relating to the creation of land redevelopment trusts.(See HF 1008.)