As a border river organization, St. Marys Riverkeeper works in both Florida and Georgia on water related issues. Our engagement with local governments, state officials, and regional conservation groups such as Georgia Water Coalition and Waterkeepers Florida are critical in ensuring our river is protected. Effective conservation and advocacy require a positive working partnership with our elected officials!
Here’s to a 2024 legislative session that protects healthy waterways!
We will keep you updated throughout the legislative session with priorities that directly impact our St. Marys River and ways you can make your voice be heard!
Florida Legislative Session | January 9 – March 8
Georgia Legislative Session | January 8 – March 27
Florida
- The Good
HB 163 and SB 608 Dredging and Beach Restoration Projects
HB 321 and SB 602 Release of Balloons
SB406 Statewide Environmental Resource Permitting Rules – this is the good part of SB 738
The Bad
HB 527 and SB 664 Land and Water Management
HB 789 and SB 738 Environmental Management
HB 1641 and SB 1126 Regulation of Auxiliary Containers
- SB 1126 has been temporarily postponed (2/1/2024)
The Ugly (needs improvement)
HB 1079 and SB 298 Saltwater Intrusion Vulnerability Assessment
HB 165 and SB 338 Sampling of Beach Waters and Public Bathing Spaces
Georgia
Contact your local elected officials
House of Representatives
Nassau County – Dean Black
Baker County – Chuck Brannan
Camden County – Steven Sainz
Charlton County – John Corbett
Senate
Nassau County – Clay Yarborough
Baker County – Jennifer Bradley
Camden and Charlton County – Mike Hodges
