State government to receive nearly $33 million in federal stimulus for energy-related projects
Yesterday, the AJC reported that Georgia will be the recipient of $32.9 million in federal stimulus money to boost the state's energy program. This is just a portion of the $367.5 million that state is poised to receive as a result of the $3.1 billion dollar federal bailout program. This first installment of stimulus for energy-related projects will be used to upgrade government buildings to make them more energy efficient, a $65 million dollar undertaking in itself.
Of course, all this money being pumped into the state poses a great opportunity for the misuse of government funds. The Lieutenant Governor has been the leader when it comes to cutting wasteful spending and ensuring taxpayers' money is not being spent frivolously.
As additional funds are provided to the state by the federal government, the Lt. Governor will continue to bring the public's attention to any wasteful spending and expose it here. If you witness any waste in government, please anonymously report it here.
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