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title: O.C.G.A. § 38-3-151. Definitions.
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# O.C.G.A. § 38-3-151. Definitions.

As used in this article, the term:

(1) “Agency” means the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency established by Code Section 38-3-20.

(2) “Building mapping information system” means a state-wide informational system containing maps of designated public buildings.

(3) “Director” means the director of the agency.

(4) “School mapping data” means building information, floor plans, and aerial imagery of any public or private school.

## History

Code 1981, § 38-3-151, enacted by Ga. L. 2008, p. 564, § 1/SB 33; Ga. L. 2016, p. 91, § 17/SB 416; Ga. L. 2025, p. 99, § 1-2/HB 268, effective April 28, 2025.

## Amendments

The 2025 amendment, effective April 28, 2025, added paragraph (4).