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title: O.C.G.A. § 45-12-40. Cooperation with other states on federal grants.
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# O.C.G.A. § 45-12-40. Cooperation with other states on federal grants.

For the purpose of establishing and administering federal grant programs administered by the State of Georgia, the Governor or his designee is authorized to cooperate with or enter into agreements with any official of another state. The Governor or his designee is authorized to enter into contracts and perform all things necessary in his discretion to secure to this state and citizens of this state the benefits of federal grant programs.

## History

Code 1981, § 45-12-40, enacted by Ga. L. 1986, p. 178, § 1.