Georgia House Bill HR1418

Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/11/24
• Report Pass: 3/21/24

Caption

House Study Committee on the Use of Local Fees to Support Affordable Housing; create

Impact

The creation of this committee signals a legislative commitment to tackling the issues of affordable housing, which is increasingly becoming a pressing concern in Georgia. By analyzing local fees and how they can bolster affordable housing efforts, the committee's work could lead to significant changes in local government policies concerning housing. This initiative aligns with efforts to alleviate the burdens faced by low-income residents and could result in proposing new frameworks for affordable housing solutions that benefit both state and local authorities.

Summary

House Resolution 1418 establishes the House Study Committee on the Use of Local Fees to Support Affordable Housing in Georgia. This resolution recognizes the importance of access to affordable housing and the role that local governments can play in facilitating such initiatives. The committee, which will comprise five members appointed by the Speaker of the House, is tasked with conducting a study on the current conditions, needs, and challenges surrounding affordable housing in the state. Its findings will aim to recommend actions or legislation to improve local infrastructure surrounding housing support.

Contention

While the resolution promotes a positive direction for addressing affordable housing needs, there may be potential points of contention regarding the methods and implications of modifying local fees. Stakeholders may express concerns about how widespread changes will affect current funding mechanisms for local services and whether alterations could inadvertently strain other essential programs. Discussion on these topics may arise as stakeholders assess how the recommendations of the committee align with community needs and existing governmental structures.