Georgia Bills

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 931: Davis, Arlene; honor

This ceremonial resolution honors Arlene Davis, a Georgia realtor, for her decades of service to the Georgia REALTORS (GAR) association, including establishing the GAR Leadership Academy and receiving GAR's highest honor, the Hall of Fame. It formally commends her contributions as a leader and award-winning professional, recognizing her as a "captain of industry" and champion of the association. The resolution extends best wishes for her health and happiness but does not create any new laws or policy changes.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 908: McMichen, Ella Levenia Sosebee; condolences

HR 908 is a ceremonial House resolution honoring Ella Levenia Sosebee McMichen, a Georgia resident who passed away on March 24, 2025. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to her family and commemorates her life, highlighting her role as a devoted homemaker, community member, and family matriarch. The resolution directly affects her family, as the House Clerk is directed to provide a copy to them. This is a non-binding memorial resolution with no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation or constituents. It was unanimously adopted by the House on April 2, 2025.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 926: Rogers, Denney H.; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 926) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to commend Denney H. Rogers for his 35 years of service as mayor of Ephesus, Georgia. The resolution recognizes his leadership in building community infrastructure (including libraries, fire stations, roads, and a debt-free water system) and his volunteer work with local organizations. It does not create new laws or affect public policy - it simply formally honors Rogers with a resolution and a copy for his personal records.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 923: Quaterman, Joan; retirement; commend

This is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Joan Quaterman's retirement. It formally recognizes her 52 years of service with Savannah's Leisure Services Bureau, particularly her work managing Hull Park recreation programs and distributing meals through the city's summer lunch program. The resolution, passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, commends her dedication to children's welfare and community service. It has no policy impact or financial effect - it is solely a ceremonial expression of appreciation.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 909: Blackshear, Reverend Franklin D.; condolences

This is a procedural resolution (not a policy bill) expressing condolences for Reverend Franklin D. Blackshear, a Savannah educator and longtime pastor who served 43 years at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church and was recognized for community service. The resolution formally honors his life, legacy as a mentor and spiritual leader, and contributions to Savannah, with the Georgia House of Representatives joining in mourning his passing. It has no binding policy effect - it simply records the House's collective expression of respect and sorrow.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 921: Lou Walker Senior Center Day; September 13, 2025; recognize

This resolution designates September 13, 2025, as "Lou Walker Senior Center Day" to recognize the 20th anniversary of the Lou Walker Senior Center in Stonecrest, Georgia. It honors the center's role in providing services like wellness programs, social activities, and community support for DeKalb County seniors. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it is purely symbolic recognition of the center's community impact and its founder, Lou Walker. It directly affects the center and its senior community members in DeKalb County, Georgia.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 945: Mosley, Sig; extraordinary contributions to the entrepreneurial and investment community in Georgia and beyond; commend

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Sig Mosley for his extraordinary contributions to the entrepreneurial and investment community in Georgia and beyond; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 939: Williams, Lauren; 2025 Georgia Scholar; DeKalb County School District; commend

HR 939 is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Lauren Williams, a DeKalb County School District senior and 2025 Georgia Scholar, for her academic achievements and community service. It formally recognizes her selection in the Georgia Department of Education's program, which honors high school seniors with rigorous coursework, leadership, and extracurricular involvement. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic, extending the House's congratulations and best wishes. This procedural resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

passed both · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HB 182: Life insurance; excluding or restricting liability for certain deaths occurring while an individual is an active duty service member; prohibit

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 25 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to life insurance, so as to prohibit a policy of group life insurance from excluding or restricting liability for certain deaths occurring while an individual is an active duty service member; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 922: The Empowerment Workshop and Le'Dor Milteer; founder; commend

This is a symbolic House resolution (HR 922) commending The Empowerment Workshop (TEW) nonprofit and its founder, Le'Dor Milteer, for community work in Atlanta. It recognizes TEW's programs supporting youth, small businesses, minority communities, and seniors, including events like Juneteenth and the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival, as well as volunteer initiatives at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The resolution formally honors their advocacy, equity efforts, and community engagement but does not create new laws or policies. It was adopted by the House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 944: V&L Research and Consulting; commend

This is a ceremonial House resolution commending V&L Research and Consulting for its 35th anniversary and contributions to market research. It recognizes the company's work with major clients like the CDC, Bank of America, and Coca-Cola, as well as its industry awards and community impact. The resolution has no policy changes or direct effects on people or laws - it is purely symbolic recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

passed · Georgia · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 907: Shepherd, Archie S.; condolences

HR 907 is a formal House resolution honoring Archie S. Shepherd, a Newton County, Georgia community leader who died. It commemorates his decades of civil rights advocacy, service with the NAACP and National Action Network, mentorship of youth, and roles on local boards and in Masonic organizations. The resolution expresses the House's deepest condolences to his family and formally recognizes his contributions to social justice and community development in Newton County. It has no policy impact beyond this commemorative gesture.

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