O.C.G.A. § 12-6-243: Role of the commission.

The commission shall serve as an advisory body to the Governor on all matters concerning the Forest Heritage Trust Program and shall make recommendations to the Governor concerning the identification, designation, and acquisition of forest heritage areas; the dedication of forest heritage preserves; and the annual budget for the Forest Heritage Trust Program. The commission shall consider recommendations from the director of the State Forestry Commission before making its recommendations on these matters.