"I am pleased to announce these grants as part of our ongoing effort to serve the people of Georgia by ensuring our state's historical records are preserved for future generations," said Cox.�"Thanks to the support of the Georgia General Assembly, GHRAB, Clayton State University, and NHPRC, historical organizations can utilize technology to protect our important documents and make them more accessible to the public."

GHRAB, the state's statutory body for historical records planning, works to promote the educational use of Georgia's documentary heritage and to support efforts to improve the condition of records statewide.�The Board is charged with advising the Governor, the Secretary of State, and the Georgia Archives on records and policy issues.

GHRAB administers the Historical Records Grant Program, to assist local governments, historical repositories, and other organizations in preserving historical records.�For further information on GHRAB, please contact Elizabeth Barr, GHRAB Assistant Coordinator, at 678-364-3718, or visit www.GeorgiaArchives.org .