Senate Economic Development and Tourism

The Committee on Economic Development has general jurisdiction over economic development, business, trade, and any proposed measures that will affect the presence of tourism throughout the state.

Capitol Office

121-J State Capitol
Atlanta, GA 30334
Phone: (404) 656-4700

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Assigned Legislation

2021 Meeting Minutes

2022 Meeting Minutes

Press Releases

Name	Position	Email Address
Emily Doppel	Administrative Assistant	emily.doppel@senate.ga.gov
Ben Lynde	SRO Analyst	ben.lynde@senate.ga.gov

Fast Facts

No. 1 state to do business for six years
No. 1 state for startups (2013-2017)
No. 1 state for infrastructure and supply chain hubs (2018)
No. 2 state for film industry
The tourism industry had a $60.8 billion impact on Georgia's economy in 2018, generating more than $3.1 billion in tax revenue

Key Topics

Small business
Oversee Port of Savannah
Film and television industry
Tourism industry

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