Rules Committee Meeting
Rules Committee
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Jan 28, 2026
Meeting Information
A meeting of the Georgia House of Representatives Rules Committee to consider legislative matters, including a resolution related to the statewide water management plan.
Meeting Summary
Meeting Convening and Remembrance
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The Rules Committee meeting was called to order, followed by an opening prayer. [Video 03:57]
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A moment of silence was held in remembrance of Rules Secretary Mandy Ballinger, recognizing her dedication as a mother, wife, daughter, and public servant. [Video 05:08]
House Resolution 1008: Statewide Water Management Plan
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Representative Chairman Smith presented House Resolution 1008, which proposes structural changes to improve the efficiency of the statewide water planning council. [Video 07:04]
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The resolution aims to reduce the number of governor appointees from 13 to 7 and lieutenant governor appointments from 6 to 3, while increasing term lengths from three to six years to address difficulties in achieving a quorum and making timely appointments. [Video 09:48] [Video 11:09]
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It also requires each council to include at least one representative from municipal, industrial, agriculture, and energy water demand sectors. [Video 10:12]
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It was clarified that HR 1008 focuses on structural improvements for the council and does not alter specific water management plans, which would require separate legislative action. [Video 13:39]
Calendar Setting and Announcements
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The calendar for House Resolution 1008 was set for January 29, legislative day 9, under a modified structure. [Video 14:37]
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Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones was wished a happy birthday, and members were reminded of the importance of attending all committee meetings. [Video 15:06] [Video 16:00]
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