A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to mental health, so as to provide for the re-creation of community service boards; to reconstitute the governing boards of community service boards; to provide for conforming changes; to amend Code Section 50-14-1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to meetings open to the public, limitation on action to contest agency action, recording, notice of time and place, access to minutes, and teleconferences, so as to revise a provision authorizing community service boards to conduct teleconference meetings under certain circumstances; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to health of students, so as to require vision and hearing screening for all public school students enrolled in pre-kindergarten through third grade; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 5 of Title 28 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding financial affairs, so as to establish the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee of the House of Representatives; to provide for appointment; to provide for duties, functions, and powers; to provide for reporting and summaries; to provide for member allowances; to provide for audits; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 6A of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, so as to establish a grant program to provide financial assistance to law enforcement agencies to equip certain motor vehicles with bullet-resistant features; to provide a definition; to establish criteria and procedures for such grants; to require reporting from grant recipients; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-3-634 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to savings trust accounts, availability, and terms and provisions relative to the Georgia Higher Education Savings Plan, so as to provide that the Board of Directors of the Georgia Higher Education Savings Plan shall determine the maximum contribution limit for savings trust accounts; to amend Code Section 48-7-27, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to modify an exemption from taxable net income for contributions to certain education savings plans; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 20E of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Surprise Billing Consumer Protection Act," so as to provide for insurance coverage for certain out-of-network ambulance transportation service; to provide for the minimum allowable reimbursement rate for such service; to provide for maximum amounts on copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles for such service; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This bill is a Senate resolution honoring the Georgia Wildlife Federation for its 90-year history of advancing wildlife conservation and natural resource protection in the state. The resolution formally recognizes the organization's contributions to restoring wildlife populations, supporting conservation funding, and promoting responsible outdoor recreation through education and partnerships. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Wildlife Federation as an official acknowledgment of their work.
This bill designates September 21, 2026, as both the International Day of Peace and Ms. Global Peace Ambassador Day to honor global peace efforts and women's leadership in diplomacy. It encourages schools, community groups, and businesses to observe the day through events like peace forums, educational symposiums, and humanitarian outreach programs. The resolution recognizes individuals designated as Ms. Global Peace Ambassadors as advocates for unity, reconciliation, and international cooperation within their communities. This is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to acknowledge existing international observances and highlight women's contributions to peacebuilding.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia and designates March 9, 2026, as Scouts Day at the Capitol. It commends the organization for its youth development programs and community service contributions while encouraging elected officials to participate in related events. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the document to the public and press. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or policies but honors the scouting organization's role in Georgia.
This bill formally recognizes and commends Najah Aziz, a renowned hairstylist and salon owner in Atlanta, for her professional achievements and community contributions. The resolution highlights her decade-long leadership at Like The River Salon, her extensive social media influence, and her philanthropic work supporting women's shelters, special education students, and cancer survivors. It directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Aziz as an official acknowledgment of her accomplishments.
This bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes the Ms. UNGLOBAL Peace Ambassador initiative as a distinguished global leadership platform. It directly affects the collaborating organizations, including United Nations Global Awards Corp. and Trinity Girls Network Corp., by acknowledging their work in promoting women's leadership and international collaboration. The resolution commends these entities for their efforts in advancing peace, justice, and humanitarian service while authorizing the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the partner organizations. This measure serves as a symbolic acknowledgment rather than creating new legal requirements or funding obligations.
This bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Cheyenne "Alyssa" Speegle, a young girl who passed away in February 2026. It directly affects the Georgia House of Representatives, which formally acknowledges her passing and expresses regret for her loss. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the Speegle family as a gesture of support. This type of legislative action serves as a public tribute rather than creating new laws or policies.
