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§ 50-7-110. Short Title

This article shall be known and may be cited as the “Georgia Film and Television Trail Act.” History. Code 1981, § 50-7-110 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 282, § 2/SB 417.

§ 50-7-111. Purpose

In order to acknowledge the increasing production of films and television in this state, in order to promote the enjoyment and appreciation of the film and television industry in Georgia, and in order to provide public interest and enjoyment in visiting and viewing the location sites of films and television productions made in Georgia, a […]

§ 50-7-112. “Trail” Defined

As used in this article, the term “trail” means the Georgia Film and Television Trail provided for in this article. History. Code 1981, § 50-7-112 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 282, § 2/SB 417.

§ 50-7-113. Duties and Responsibilities of Department of Economic Development

The Department of Economic Development shall have the responsibility of creating and developing a Georgia Film and Television Trail. In carrying out such responsibilities, it shall be the duty of the department to identify and plan the trail, to acquire or otherwise gain control over or rights to the use of the necessary land for […]

§ 50-7-114. Policies

The department shall be guided by the following policies in creating and administering the Georgia Film and Television Trail: A balanced system of locations throughout the state should be sought; Assistance and encouragement should be provided for local governments in the development of the trail; The advice, cooperation, and assistance of other state agencies, local […]

§ 50-7-115. Placing of Signage

The Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to place signs in this state at film and television production sites determined by the Department of Economic Development and approved by the Department of Transportation pursuant to this article. Nothing contained in this Code section shall be deemed or construed to prevent local governing authorities or […]

§ 50-7-117. Rules and Regulations

The Department of Economic Development is authorized to adopt and promulgate such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out this article. History. Code 1981, § 50-7-117 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 282, § 2/SB 417.