Georgia Code Title 12. Conservation and Natural Resources § 12-3-74

(1) To adopt and promulgate all policies, rules, and regulations necessary for the identification and acquisition of heritage areas and for the selection, dedication, management, and use of heritage preserves;

(2) To acquire heritage areas in the name of the State of Georgia as otherwise provided by law;

(3) To advocate and approve the dedication of heritage preserves; and

(4) To provide general supervision and direction in the protection, management, operation, and use of heritage preserves.