This legislation specifies when certain information is provided by an individual who qualifies to run as sheriff.  It also removes the requirement that the candidate provide a copy of their birth certificate or the high school diploma.

This legislation would prohibit county employees from using county computers, networks, software, printers, phones, fax machines, cell phones, email, or other telecommunication devices to promote or oppose any state legislation unless the employee is a registered lobbyist.  Elected officials are not subject to this requirement.  Additionally, if the Governor or a member of the General Assembly requests information, this legislation would not prohibit an employee from using county equipment to respond to the request. 

This legislation limits local governments ability to provide broadband Internet service to under serviced areas or expand their services.  Counties desiring to provide such a service would be required to make an application to the Public Service Commission.  If your county sells high speed internet services wholesale or retail, please review this legisaltion and let ACCG know your concerns.

This legislation sets the procedure for establishing local workforce investment boards. It also makes counties, cities and regional commissions the fiscal agent/grant recipient for certain funds.