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introduced · Georgia · House Mar 28, 2025

HR 811: Rev. Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell, Jr. Memorial Bridge; Chatham County; dedicate

This bill (HR 811) is a commemorative resolution dedicating a specific bridge in Chatham County, Georgia, in honor of Reverend Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell, Jr. It formally names the bridge on State Route 405 over State Route 204 as the "Rev. Dr. Bennie R. Mitchell, Jr. Memorial Bridge" and directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage. The resolution recognizes Reverend Mitchell's decades of service as a pastor, community leader, and advocate, including his work at Connor's Temple Baptist Church in Savannah. As a symbolic gesture, the bill does not create new policies or affect any legal rights or obligations.
Carl Gilliard (D)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 28, 2025

HB 865: Elections; superintendents post notices whenever their offices are closed due to a declared state of emergency; provide

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to provide that local election superintendents post notices whenever their offices are closed due to a declared state of emergency; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 28, 2025

HR 813: Trooper Jimmy Cenescar Memorial Bridge; Gwinnett County; dedicate

This resolution (HR 813) honors Trooper Jimmy Cenescar by dedicating a specific bridge in his memory. It directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to name the bridge on State Route 324 over Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County as the "Trooper Jimmy Cenescar Memorial Bridge" and to install appropriate signage. The resolution commemorates Trooper Cenescar, a Georgia State Patrol officer who died in the line of duty in January 2024, following a career that included service with the Atlanta Police Department. This is a commemorative resolution, not a law affecting policy or funding, solely focused on naming the bridge.
Chuck Efstration (R) Bill Hitchens (R) Sandy Donatucci (R) Jon Burns (R) Clint Crowe (R)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2025

HB 817: Georgia Meat Transparency and Source Verification Act; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 6 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to livestock dealers, so as to provide for source verification requirements for large-scale meat producers; to provide for written disclosures; to provide for disclosures and health risk management for older livestock; to provide for avian influenza testing for large-scale poultry producers; to regulate multispecies producers; to provide for enforcement and penalties; to provide for definitions; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Steven Meeks (R) Robert Dawson (D) Robert Dickey (R)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2025

HB 822: Courts; prohibit inclusion of Georgia-specific content on all future Georgia bar examinations for attorney licensure

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 19 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to attorneys generally, so as to prohibit the inclusion of Georgia-specific content on all future Georgia bar examinations for attorney licensure; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Marvin Lim (D) Karen Lupton (D)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2025

HR 685: House Study Committee on Mental Health Workforce Development; create

HR 685 creates a House Study Committee on Mental Health Workforce Development to address Georgia's shortage of mental health professionals, particularly in rural areas. The committee will study current undergraduate mental health degree programs, workforce needs, and employment opportunities to recommend solutions. It has no authority to pass laws but will report findings and potential policy recommendations by December 2025. This resolution focuses solely on gathering data and analysis, not implementing new programs or funding.
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2025

HB 833: Cherokee County; school district ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Cherokee County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the adjusted base year assessed value of such homestead; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Charlice Byrd (R) Jordan Ridley (R) Mitchell Scoggins (R) Jan Jones (R) Brad Thomas (R)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 25, 2025

HB 804: Crimes and offenses; codify proclamation that would grant a pardon regarding offense of simple possession of marijuana

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-13-30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to purchase, possession, manufacture, distribution, or sale of controlled substances or marijuana and penalties, so as to codify the proclamation by the Office of the President of the United States that would grant a pardon and restore full political, civil, and other rights regarding the offense of simple possession of marijuana; to provide for limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
El-Mahdi Holly (D) Robert Dawson (D) Dewey McClain (D) Viola Davis (D) Spencer Frye (D)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 25, 2025

HR 660: Lamar Hudgins Intersection; Dougherty County; dedicate

This resolution honors Lamar Hudgins by renaming a specific intersection in Dougherty County, Georgia. It designates the junction of State Route 234/Gillionville Road and Eight Mile Road as the "Lamar Hudgins Intersection." The Georgia Department of Transportation is directed to install and maintain signs marking the location. This is a ceremonial act with no policy changes or financial impact, solely recognizing Hudgins' decades of service as a county commissioner and community leader.
Mike Cheokas (R)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 25, 2025

HR 654: Community EsTr(El/La); commend

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 654), not a law, that formally commends the organization Community EsTr(El/La) for its work supporting transgender and immigrant communities in Georgia. It specifically recognizes the group's efforts on Trans Liberation Day, highlighting their provision of healthcare access, HIV prevention, hormone therapy referrals, advocacy, and educational programs like the Trans Queer School. The resolution has no policy impact - it’s a non-binding statement of support directed to the organization. It was introduced and read in the Georgia House of Representatives in March 2025.
Lisa Campbell (D) Park Cannon (D) Marvin Lim (D) Karen Lupton (D)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 25, 2025

HR 658: David Allen Donley Memorial Parkway; Cherokee County; dedicate

This resolution (HR 658) dedicates a specific segment of State Route 140 in Cherokee County, Georgia, as the "David Allen Donley Memorial Parkway." It directly affects Cherokee County residents and travelers by renaming the road section between Darnell Road and East Cherokee Drive. The resolution requires the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the new name. This is a commemorative act with no policy changes, solely honoring David Allen Donley's community contributions through road naming.
Jordan Ridley (R) John Carson (R) Mitchell Scoggins (R) Don Parsons (R) Brad Thomas (R)
introduced · Georgia · House Mar 25, 2025

HR 655: House Study Committee on Gaming in the State of Georgia; create

HR 655 is a resolution creating the House Study Committee on Gaming to examine the potential economic, social, and fiscal impacts of legalizing land-based casinos, pari-mutuel horse racing, and sports betting in Georgia. The committee, composed of seven House members appointed by the Speaker, will hold public hearings across the state and analyze factors like revenue generation, job creation, impacts on Georgia's horse breeding industry, and comparisons to out-of-state gaming spending. It must submit findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025, to guide future legislative decisions on gaming legislation. This procedural resolution does not enact new laws but sets up a formal study process for the General Assembly.
Ron Stephens (R) Alan Powell (R) Shaw Blackmon (R)
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