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How does georgia.gov address the needs of the disabled?
What about my privacy?
How do I make georgia.gov my homepage?
How can I send feedback and suggestions on georgia.gov?
I will be planning a trip to Georgia soon. Where can I find tourist information?
Where can I find a list of the current state holidays?
How can I request a marriage, death, or birth certificate?
How do I file a complaint against my health care professional?
Where can I find information about homestead exemptions?
How can I get the licensing information for various professionals?
How can I locate a state employee?
Where do I go to find out about Georgia's history?
I have lost my Georgia driver's license, and I am temporarily out-of-state. Can I obtain a temporary license to drive until I return to Georgia?
When will I get a driver's license renewal letter?
Q. How does georgia.gov address the needs of the disabled?
A. Currently, georgia.gov makes every effort to adhere to Priority 1 requirements as set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Accessibility Initiative. Validation testing is conducted with industry-recognized tools for coding and general usability.
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Q. What about my privacy?
A. Georgia government strives to provide online resources in a safe, secure manner that respects your privacy when you visit our sites. The privacy statement addresses the collection, use, disclosure, and security of information that may be obtained by the State of Georgia through the use of the georgia.gov portal.
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Q. How do I make georgia.gov my homepage?
A. To make georgia.gov your homepage, you must first identify your browser. To do this, click 'Help' from your top menu and select 'About Communicator' (Netscape), 'About Internet Explorer' (IE) or 'About this Program' (NeoPlanet). If you're using a Macintosh, click on the Apple menu to the upper left and select 'About Communicator' (Netscape) or 'About Internet Explorer' (IE). The new window will display your browser type and version.
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Q. How can I send feedback and suggestions on georgia.gov?
A. If you have feedback or suggestions regarding georgia.gov, we encourage you to fill out our Online User Satisfaction Survey or you can Contact Us with specific questions through the georgia.gov Contact Center, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Q. I will be planning a trip to Georgia soon. Where can I find tourist information?
A. The Georgia Department of Industry, Trade and Tourism's website offers a wealth of information for travelers.
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Q. Where can I find a list of the current state holidays?
A. You can find a list of holidays on the Georgia Merit System website. The Capitol and all state agencies will be closed on those dates.
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Q. How can I request a marriage, death, or birth certificate?
A. Vital records and vital events are defined as birth, death, fetal deaths (stillbirth), induced termination of pregnancy, marriage and divorce certificates and reports. To receive a copy of a marriage, death or birth certificate, please visit Vital Records on the Department of Human Resources website.
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Q. How do I file a complaint against my health care professional?
A. The Medical Board investigates complaints and disciplines those who violate The Medical Practice Act or other laws governing the professional behavior of its licensees. To file a complaint against your health care professional, please telephone (404) 657-6487 or visit the Composite State Board of Medical Examiners website.
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Q. Where can I find information about homestead exemptions?
A. Georgia offers homestead exemptions to persons who own and occupy their home as a primary residence. To locate information about homestead exemptions, please visit the Department of Revenue's website.
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Q. How can I get the licensing information for various professionals?
A. The Professional Licensing Boards Division provides administrative support services to 34 professional licensing boards that license more than 380,000 Georgians in 64 trades and professions. To obtain license information, please telephone (478) 207-1300 or visit the Professional Licensing Board's website.
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Q. How can I locate a state employee?
A. The State of Georgia Telephone Directory provides up-to-date listings for state departments, authorities, commissions, colleges, universities and elected officials. To locate a state employee, you can call State Directory Assistance at (404) 656-2000 or send email to sogda@gta.gov. You may also find information online at State of Georgia Telephone Directory
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Q. Where do I go to find out about Georgia's history?
A. Georgia Archives preserves property records and other legal documents. To locate Georgia historical information, visit the Secretary of State's website.
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Q. I have lost my Georgia driver's license, and I am temporarily out-of-state. Can I obtain a temporary license to drive until I return to Georgia?
A. Provided that you currently have a valid Georgia driver's license, you may request a 30-day, non-renewable temporary driver's permit. You may obtain another license at a Georgia Driver's License Facility by showing proper identification and paying the appropriate licensing fee. Contact the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicle Safety at (678) 413-8438 to request a 30-day permit.
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Q. When will I get a driver's license renewal letter?
A. The Department of Motor Vehicle Safety mails renewal letters 60 days prior to the expiration date. If you do not receive your letter, please contact the Georgia Department of Motor Vehicle Safety at (678) 413-8400.
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