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The Legislative Process: SB 136 Signed By Governor Deal
At the start of the legislative session, Governor Deal addressed the need for increased attention to public safety on Georgia’s waterways. Senate Bill 136 does exactly that.
Protecting the Air We Breathe: Air Quality Awareness Week
Today, April 29, Air Quality Awareness Week kicks off to educate Georgians about the health effects of air pollution and the meaningful actions they can take to improve outdoor air quality.
The Legislative Process: SB 136 Passes the House
In a 146-17 vote the Georgia House of Representatives passed SB 136, a measure to lower the legal intoxication limit for boaters and hunters.
The Legislative Process: SB 136 Goes to the House
The Senate unanimously approved a bill that would make it a crime to pilot a boat with a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher and increase penalties for those caught boating drunk.
The Legislative Process: Boating Safety in Georgia
To combat several incidences of boating while intoxicated on Lake Lanier recently, Governor Nathan Deal and several state legislators are working to strengthen public safety on the waterways.
Xpress Commuter Coach Service Offers Commuting Made Easy
GRTA's Xpress Commuter Coach Service gives commuters throughout metro Atlanta a valuable transportation option.