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Amendment Would Dedicate Gear Sales Tax to Conservation

The proposal would set aside $40 million per year for acquiring and maintaining public lands in Georgia.

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A recent measure introduced to state lawmakers would constitutionally set aside a portion of sales tax from outdoor gear for conservation and public land maintenance in Georgia–an estimated $40 million per year. If approved by the legislature, the measure will go to voters in November. 

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