Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia Senate Bill SR308

Introduced

3/13/23

Refer

3/14/23

Introduced

3/13/23

Refer

3/14/23

Caption

Senate Study Committee on Recycling Efficiency and Economic Development; create

Impact

The establishment of this committee may lead to significant enhancements in recycling operations and economic development in Georgia. By addressing the inefficiencies in material recovery, the committee is expected to improve the availability of raw materials for manufacturing industries. The bill emphasizes the dual benefits of recycling: reducing waste management burdens while promoting economic development of the recycling sector itself.

Summary

Senate Resolution 308 (SR308) aims to create the Senate Study Committee on Recycling Efficiency and Economic Development in Georgia. This committee will focus on the effectiveness and efficiency of recycling processes within the state, particularly as Georgia ranks as the number one state for business. The resolution recognizes the extensive amount of recyclable materials that are wasted annually and highlights the need for improved recovery facilities to align with economic growth and environmental sustainability. It is intended to investigate and propose actions to enhance the recycling infrastructure across the state.

Contention

Notable points of contention hinge on the effectiveness of the proposed committee's recommendations and their potential influence on existing regulations and local government controls. Some stakeholders may question whether additional government oversight is necessary in an industry that is traditionally driven by market forces. Additionally, debates may arise regarding the allocation of state resources towards maximizing recycling efforts versus addressing other pressing issues within the waste management sector in Georgia.

Latest SR308 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA SR754

Senate Cumulative Impact of Pollution on Economic Development and Growth Study Committee; create

GA HR100

House Study Committee on the Cumulative Impact of Pollution on Economic Development and Growth; create

GA SR383

Senate Study Committee on Railway Safety; create

GA SR727

Georgia's Creative Economy Senate Study Committee; create

GA HB1359

Economic Impact of Recycling Study Committee; create.

GA HR65

House Study Committee on a State Digitization Act; create

GA SR826

Senate Saving Georgia's Pollinators Study Committee; create

GA SR282

Senate Study Committee on Foster Care and Adoption; create

GA SR275

Senate Study Committee on Expanding Georgia's Workforce; create

GA SR344

Senate Study Committee on a Single-payer Healthcare Program; create

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