House backs panel to study agencies to be shut down

The Georgia House on Tuesday approved a committee that would review state agencies, boards, departments and commissions for possible elimination.

Senate Bill 223, approved 120-56, would establish the Sunset Advisory Committee. The 14-member committee, to be appointed by the House speaker and lieutenant governor, could also suggest a change in mission or a consolidation with other departments.

The proposal next goes to Gov. Nathan Deal for review.

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