State lawmakers want to improve broadband internet service in rural parts of Georgia, including northeast cities like Dahlonega, and residents are being asked to take an online survey about the effectiveness of service in their area. Sen. Steve Gooch, R-Dahlonega, said a joint committee of lawmakers will use the survey results to make recommendations to the General Assembly next year, which could include proposals for creating tax incentives to spur new investments in broadband and scrapping some government regulations. Poor internet service presents a barrier to economic development in rural parts of Northeast Georgia, according to Gooch.