Fulton County and its cities are at odds over local option sales tax revenue; eye doctors fight pre-approval for cataract surgery; a new online network for film crews

Closer Look with Rose Scott

English - October 06, 2022 19:07 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 41 ratings
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On this edition of Closer Look: Cities in Fulton County are fighting to keep their share of local option sales tax revenue. Fulton County Commissioner Bob Ellis says compromise is the only way forward. Patients in Georgia and Florida were excluded when health insurance giant Aetna said it would no longer require pre-approval for cataract surgeries. Georgia eye doctors say the requirement is delaying necessary treatment for millions. And, Impact, a new online network is helping connect local crews to film productions.

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