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§ 46-3-110 — Declaration of necessity

Georgia § 46-3-110
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O.C.G.A. § 46-3-110 (2026).

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Whereas certain political subdivisions of this state now own and operate electric distribution systems to serve their citizens, inhabitants, and customers by providing them electricity for all purposes; and whereas, if such political subdivisions are to furnish, and if the members of the public in the areas they serve are to receive, adequate service, such political subdivisions must have adequate, dependable, and economical sources and supplies of bulk electric power; it is declared that there exists in this state a need for an authority to function without profit in developing and promoting for the public good in this state adequate, dependable, and economical sources and supplies of bulk electric power and energy for the purposes expressed in this Code section.

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Greensboro Lumber Co. v. Georgia Power Co.
643 F. Supp. 1345 (N.D. Georgia, 1986)
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Applicability of title to carriers engaged in interstate commerce
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through 46-10-9 - Reserved
§ 46-11-1
through 46-11-6 - [Repealed]
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§ 46-2-1-1
Elections for Public Service Commission Districts 2, 3, and 5
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