Bill > HB51

This bill expands the powers and responsibilities of the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) to include financing and managing natural gas facilities. Specifically, the bill modifies existing definitions to include natural gas infrastructure such as pipelines, storage tanks, and distribution systems located outside of existing certified gas company areas. The bill adds "natural gas facilities" to the list of environmental facilities and services that GEFA can support, which previously only covered water, sewerage, and solid waste infrastructure. Additionally, the bill grants GEFA the authority to create rules and regulations related to these new responsibilities and provides liability protections for the authority when working with local government-owned natural gas systems. The changes aim to give GEFA more flexibility in supporting energy infrastructure development, particularly in areas not currently served by established gas companies. The bill will take effect upon the governor's approval or when it becomes law automatically.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69348