Tax reform hearing Thursday

ATLANTA - Does Georgia's tax system need reforming? If so, what should be done? You'll get a chance to give your opinion to a state House committee Thursday at Lake Lanier Islands.

The House Comprehensive Tax Reform Study Committee is conducting a series of hearings around the state this summer.

Plans for the hearings were announced in June.

State Representative James Mills of Gainesville will serve as the for chair Thursday's meeting. The purpose of the hearings is to discuss "balance, equity, fairness, fees, and adequacy of reserves."

The committee, which was created by the state Legislature earlier this year, is expected to issue a report and recommendations next month.

The meeting begins at 2:00 at Emerald Pointe Resort and is scheduled to last three hours.