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introduced · Georgia · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 1706: Jerry Barnes Memorial Highway; Pickens County; dedicate

This bill designates a specific section of State Route 53 in Pickens County, Georgia, as the Jerry Barnes Memorial Highway to honor a local community leader. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication of this road segment. It recognizes Mr. Barnes' contributions to his community, including his volunteer work with youth agriculture programs, the volunteer fire department, and his service as a county commissioner. The bill is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or funding but serves to publicly acknowledge his legacy.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1664: General Wallace Intersection; Dawson County; dedicate

This bill designates the intersection of State Route 400 and State Route 136 in Dawson County, Georgia, as the General Wallace Intersection to honor the Wallace family's historical contributions to the community. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication, which recognizes the family's long-standing presence in the area since the 1880s. The bill also directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to the Wallace family and the Department of Transportation. This measure is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or create new regulatory requirements.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1673: Jimmy "Lord" Brown Intersection; Chatham County; dedicate

This bill designates the intersection of State Route 204 and Middleground Road in Chatham County as the Jimmy "Lord" Brown Intersection to honor the musician's contributions to American music. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication, recognizing Brown as a founding member and master horn player of the funk band Brick. By naming the intersection after him, the bill formally acknowledges his legacy as a saxophone, flute, trumpet, and trombone player whose brass-driven sound helped define funk and rhythm and blues. This measure is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to recognize cultural contributions through official naming.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1671: Reverend Bennie R. Mitchell Jr. Memorial Intersection; Chatham County; dedicate

This bill designates a specific intersection at State Route 307 and State Route 25 in Chatham County as the Reverend Bennie R. Mitchell Jr. Memorial Intersection to honor his life and community service. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication, while also directing that copies of the resolution be provided to the Reverend's family. This measure serves as a commemorative resolution rather than a policy change, focusing on recognizing Reverend Mitchell's contributions to civil rights and community leadership in Savannah.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1663: Dr. Anthony Smith Highway; Clayton County; dedicate

This bill dedicates a specific section of State Route 314 in Clayton County as the Dr. Anthony Smith Highway to honor Dr. Anthony W. Smith, the Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs identifying the road with Dr. Smith's name. It recognizes Dr. Smith's leadership in one of Georgia's largest school systems and his contributions to education and community service. The bill does not change any laws or policies but serves as a formal commemorative resolution.

Topics ✓ Education

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1669: House Study Committee on End of Life Issues; create

This bill creates a House Study Committee on End of Life Issues to examine topics related to end-of-life care, financial burdens, and assisted death laws in Georgia. The committee will consist of five House members appointed by the Speaker, who will also serve as chairperson, and will study issues affecting patients, families, and caregivers. The committee has the authority to recommend legislative changes after reviewing current state policies and other states' assisted death laws, with a report due before the committee is abolished on December 1, 2026. Funding for the committee will come from existing House appropriations, and members will receive standard legislative allowances for up to five days of service.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 1546: Local government; requirements for local authorities retaining legal services on a contingent fee basis; provide

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 80 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions applicable to counties, municipal corporations, and other governmental entities, so as to provide for requirements for local authorities retaining legal services on a contingent fee basis; to provide for review and approval of contracts by the Attorney General; to provide for restrictions on such contracts; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1667: Bryce Johnson Memorial Bridge; Worth and Tift Counties; dedicate

This bill dedicates a bridge on State Route 20 over Ty Ty Creek at the Worth-Tift County line as the Bryce Johnson Memorial Bridge in honor of Mr. Bryce Alan Johnson. The legislation recognizes Johnson's life achievements, including his education, legal career, and service as solicitor-general of Worth County and district attorney of the Tifton Judicial Circuit. It authorizes the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs for the memorial bridge and directs the Clerk of the House to provide copies of the resolution to Johnson's family and the Department of Transportation.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1675: House Study Committee on Community Associations; create

This bill creates a House Study Committee on Community Associations to investigate how community associations in Georgia enforce rules and charge fees against property owners. The seven-member committee will examine issues such as arbitrary enforcement, lack of notification, and potential abuse of power by these associations. Appointed by the Speaker of the House, the committee will hold meetings, receive funding from the House budget, and submit a report with findings or legislative recommendations before being dissolved on December 1, 2026.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1668: Education, Department of; local school systems; prioritize the inclusion of ex officio, honorary, and nonvoting student representatives on its local boards of education; urge

A RESOLUTION urging the Department of Education and local school systems to prioritize the inclusion of ex officio, honorary, and nonvoting student representatives on its local boards of education to increase student engagement and advocacy in the policy issues that determine academic outcomes for Georgia's children; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Education

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1666: John W. Ralston Memorial Intersection; Lumpkin County; dedicate

This bill designates a specific intersection in Lumpkin County, Georgia, as the John W. Ralston Memorial Intersection to honor the life of Mr. John W. Ralston, a local community leader and long-time resident. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at the intersection of State Route 9 and Castleberry Bridge Road bearing the memorial name. Additionally, the House Clerk is directed to provide copies of the resolution to Mr. Ralston's family and the Department of Transportation for record-keeping purposes.

introduced · Georgia · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 1672: Huxsie Scott Bridge; Chatham County; dedicate

This bill designates a specific bridge in Chatham County as the Huxsie Scott Bridge in honor of the late jazz and blues artist. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs for the bridge, which is located on State Route 204 over the CSX railroad. The bill recognizes Ms. Scott's contributions to music in Savannah, noting her career as a vocalist and her various accolades. It is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to formally acknowledge her legacy through a public dedication.