§ 38-3-30. Aid Rendered by Local Employees to Other Political Subdivisions; Reimbursement of Personnel and Equipment Expenses by Aided Locality; Procedure
Whenever the employees of any political subdivision are rendering outside aid pursuant to the authority contained in Code Section 38-3-27, the employees shall have the same powers, duties, rights, privileges, and immunities as if they were performing their duties in the political subdivisions in which they are normally employed. The political subdivision in which any […]
§ 38-3-20. Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency Created; Director; Staff; Offices; Director’s Duties; Disaster Coordinator
There is established the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency with a director of emergency management and homeland security who shall be the head thereof. The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency shall be assigned to the Office of Planning and Budget for administrative purposes only as provided in Code Section 50-4-3. The […]
§ 38-3-21. Director Authorized to Make Rules and Regulations
Subject to the approval of the Governor, the director of emergency management shall be authorized to promulgate such rules and regulations as may be required to effectuate the purposes of Articles 1 through 3 of this chapter. History. Ga. L. 1973, p. 74, § 15; Ga. L. 1981, p. 389, § 2.
§ 38-3-22. Governor’s Emergency Management Powers and Duties
The Governor shall have general direction and control of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and shall be responsible for the carrying out of the provisions of Article 1, this article, and Article 3 of this chapter and, in the event of disaster or emergency beyond local control, may assume direct operational control […]
§ 38-3-22.1. Safety Plan Addressing Threat of Terrorism Required of State Agencies or Authorities; Exemptions; Training and Technical Assistance; Confidentiality of Plans and Related Documentation
Every state agency or authority, except those exempted in subsection (b) of this Code section, shall prepare an agency safety plan to address the threat of terrorism, to respond effectively to such incidents, and to provide a safe environment for state personnel and for those citizens conducting business with state agencies. In addition to acts […]
§ 38-3-22.2. Sharing and Reporting of Cyber Attacks and Data Breaches; Reports or Records Confidential; Construction With Other Provisions
As used in this Code section, the term: “Agency” means: The executive, judicial, or legislative branch of this state and any department, agency, board, bureau, office, commission, public corporation, and authority thereof; Every county, municipal corporation, school district, or other political subdivision of this state; Every department, agency, board, bureau, office, commission, authority, or similar […]
§ 38-3-22.3. Memorandum of Agreement With Military Commands in This State to Enhance Opportunities for Georgians
If the Governor makes a determination that a memorandum of agreement with one or more of the major military commands established in this state would substantially enhance the education or job placement of Georgians in the area of science, technology, engineering, math, or cyber security, he or she is authorized to enter into such an […]
§ 38-3-23. Investigations and Surveys; Subpoena Power; Cooperation
For the purpose of making surveys and investigations and obtaining information, except the investigation of subversive activities that are the responsibility of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Governor may compel by subpoena the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, records, and documents of individuals, firms, associations, and corporations. All officers, boards, […]
§ 38-3-24. Traffic Control; Plans, Regulations, and Coordination
The Governor may formulate and execute plans and regulations for the control of traffic in order to provide for the rapid and safe movement of evacuation over public highways and streets of people, troops, or vehicles and of materials for national defense or for use in any defense industry. He may coordinate the activities of […]
§ 38-3-25. Lease or Loan of State Property for National or Local Purposes; Transfer of State Personnel; Local Authorities Empowered to Utilize Property
Whenever the Governor deems it to be in the public interest and notwithstanding any inconsistent provision of law, he may: Authorize any department or agency of the state to lease or lend, on such terms and conditions as he may deem necessary to promote the public welfare and protect the interests of the state, any […]