Gov. Deal May Call Special Legislative Session To Woo Amazon

Gov. Nathan Deal said Georgia made a “strong, highly competitive offer” to Amazon last fall and it could be months before the company narrows its choices.

David Goldman / Associated Press file

Gov. Nathan Deal said Wednesday he’s ready to call a special session of the state Legislature if necessary to lure Amazon to Georgia.

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Deal discussed Georgia’s bid for the e-commerce giant’s coveted second headquarters during the annual Eggs & Issues breakfast of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. He urged lawmakers not to waste time with proposals aimed at “trying to guess what Amazon is going to do” during their 40-day session that began this week.