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GA HB216
GA HB216Richard H. Smith Georgia CHIPS Advancement in Research and Economic Development Act; enact
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Introduced
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
In Committee
03/20/2025
03/20/2025
Crossed Over
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Passed
04/07/2025
04/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 7 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Department of Economic Development, so as to create the Georgia CHIPS and Advanced Technology Commission; to provide for the purpose, membership, and duties of such commission; to amend Chapter 34 of Title 50, relating to the OneGeorgia Authority, so as to abolish the Georgia CHIPS and Advanced Technology Consortium; to replace the advisory panel and executive committee governing said consortium with the Georgia CHIPS and Advanced Technology Commission; to provide for a definition; to provide for a sunset date; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Georgia CHIPS and Advanced Technology Commission, a new body focused on promoting semiconductor research, development, and manufacturing in the state. The commission will be comprised of nine members, including three appointed by the Governor, two by the Senate President, two by the House Speaker, the University System of Georgia chancellor, and the Technical College System commissioner. The commission's key purposes include creating a collaborative forum for semiconductor industry stakeholders, developing strategic plans for semiconductor innovation, attracting public and private investment, expanding workforce training opportunities, maintaining Georgia's leadership in semiconductor technologies, and encouraging state and local support for the semiconductor industry. Members will be prioritized based on their experience in manufacturing, design, industrial development, and scientific research. The commission will be administratively housed within the Georgia Department of Economic Development and is set to be automatically abolished on June 30, 2028. Additionally, the bill repeals the existing Georgia CHIPS and Advanced Technology Consortium, effectively replacing it with this new commission. The act will become effective upon the Governor's approval or when it becomes law without approval.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Debbie Buckner (D)*,
Jon Burns (R)*,
Carolyn Hugley (D)*,
Todd Jones (R)*,
Carmen Rice (R)*,
Vance Smith (R)*,
Randy Robertson (R),
Last Action
Effective Date 2025-05-13 (on 05/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69749 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/238491 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/230879 |
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