When the setoff authorized by this article is exercised, the refund which is set off shall be deemed granted. 612 History. Code 1933, § 91A-4111, enacted by Ga. 48-7-170 L. 1980, p. 1555, § 1; Ga. L. 2014, p. 56, § 1/HB 1000. 48-7-168. Priority of department over claimant agencies for collection by setoff. The department has priority pursuant to subsection (c) of Code Section 48-2-35 over every claimant agency and the Administrative Office of the Courts for collection by setoff under this article. History. Code 1933, § 91A-4108, enacted by Ga. L. 1980, p. 1555, § 1; Ga. L. 2014, p. 56, § 1/HB 1000. 48-7-169. Rules and regulations.