Lauren McDonald Republican 26 | Georgia General Assembly
Lauren McDonald Republican 26 | Georgia General Assembly
State Representative and Governor’s Floor Leader Lauren McDonald, III, expressed his support for House Resolution 303 and House Bill 585, known as the ‘Georgia Development Impact Fee Act,’ which aims to empower local boards of education in high-growth school systems. McDonald stated, “Educational development impact fees are a fair and equitable way to invest in our schools.”
Forsyth County Legislative Delegation members also voiced their support for the legislation. State Representative Todd Jones emphasized the importance of infrastructure in supporting students' learning environment, stating, “House Bill 585 and House Resolution 303 represent a proactive step toward ensuring that Georgia’s schools remain centers of excellence.”
State Representative Rick Jasperse highlighted the benefits of the measures, stating, “By allowing local boards of education to impose development impact fees, we ensure that our schools can keep pace with growth and provide quality education to all students.”
State Representative Carter Barrett underlined the significance of supporting the measures for the future of quality education in Georgia: “House Bill 585 and House Resolution 303 exemplify our dedication to securing prosperous educational paths for our students.”
State Representative Brent Cox emphasized the importance of the legislation in securing a brighter future for students, stating, “Together, these initiatives pave the way for sustainable growth, ensuring that every child in Georgia has access to the educational facilities they need to thrive.”
State Representative David Clark highlighted the importance of equipping schools to accommodate growing needs, stating, “With House Bill 585, we’re ensuring that our schools remain equipped to accommodate the growing needs of our communities, offering the essential resources crucial for delivering high-quality education.”
House Bill 585 would grant local school boards of education the authority to impose, levy, and collect educational development impact fees to assist with the influx of new residents. The bill’s implementation is contingent on the adoption of HR 303, which would authorize these impact fees. If both bills receive final passage, voters could approve the measure via a ballot referendum.
Both HB 585 and HR 303 are currently assigned to the House Committee on Governmental Affairs.
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