Advocating on behalf of Georgia's destination marketing and tourism industry, the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (GACVB) works with policymakers at all levels to promote and support tourism as a vital and powerful engine for economic growth and job creation. 

2025 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES

1. PROTECT Georgia’s Lodging Taxes for their intended use for destination marketing.
   
   
2. REINVEST in marketing Georgia as a tourism destination at levels competitive with our neighboring states.
   
   
3. SUPPORT workforce development initiatives.

LEGISLATIVE RESOURCES

• Georgia Department of Education: Hospitality & Tourism 
• University of Georgia, Hospitality & Food Industry Management 
• Georgia Restaurant Association (GRA) Workforce Development Resources 
• Georgia Hotel & Lodging Association (GHLA) Job Board 
• GACVB supports the policy goals of the Southeast Tourism Society, Destinations International, and the U.S. Travel Association