This bill creates a temporary House Study Committee to examine alternative investment options for local governments in Georgia. The seven-member committee, appointed by the Speaker of the House, will study current investment practices and identify new investment opportunities that maintain safety and liquidity while potentially increasing returns on public funds. The committee will submit a report with findings and recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026, and its members will receive standard legislative allowances for their service.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 52nd Strong Family Reunion, which will take place in Conyers, Georgia, from July 16 to July 19, 2026. The resolution honors the legacy of Haywood and Lula Strong, who lived in Newton County in the early 1900s and had twelve children whose descendants now gather biennially to celebrate their heritage. The measure directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to the Strong Family for distribution. This action serves as an official acknowledgment of the family's eight-generation history and their commitment to unity and tradition.
This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Chef Hank Reid for his work in fighting food insecurity. It highlights his role as founder of Lettum Eat Inc., a nonprofit that has provided over 390,000 meals to those in need since 2019. The resolution notes his recent acquisition of farmland for sustainable food production and his plans to establish community kitchens that offer culinary training to high school students. The House of Representatives resolves to honor his contributions and direct the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Chef Reid.
This Senate resolution commends the American Red Cross and officially recognizes March 2026 as Red Cross Month. The bill acknowledges the organization's humanitarian work in Georgia, including disaster response, blood donation services, military support, and safety training programs. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the American Red Cross for distribution. The measure serves as a formal recognition of the Red Cross's contributions rather than establishing new policies or funding.
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Mary Ann Harrison, a resident of Clayton County, Georgia, who passed away in 2006. It formally recognizes her contributions to her faith community and family, and extends condolences to her surviving relatives. The bill directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Harrison's family for their records.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends the social workers employed by Paulding County's Department of Family and Children's Services during National Social Worker Month. It highlights the contributions of these 49 workers in supporting vulnerable individuals across various settings such as schools, hospitals, and child welfare agencies. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the text to the public and press, serving as an official acknowledgment of the profession's role in mental health care and community support.
This bill is a non-binding resolution that formally recognizes the importance of regulated trapping as a tool for wildlife conservation and ecosystem management. It highlights how trapping helps control predator populations, protects endangered species, and supports the recovery of overabundant wildlife like beavers and river otters. The resolution also notes economic benefits, including $884 million in GDP contributions and $16.5 million in taxpayer savings from nuisance animal control. As a commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or change existing regulations but serves to acknowledge trapping's role in wildlife management.
This bill is a resolution that recognizes and commends Teresa LaBarham Mitchell for her distinguished career achievements. It directly affects Mitchell by formally honoring her contributions as an entrepreneur, artistic director, and community leader with over 40 years of experience in music, education, and ministry. The resolution acknowledges her roles in founding organizations like the Mitchells Academy of Music and T-Music Productions, as well as her work in choir management and business leadership. The House of Representatives has adopted this resolution to publicly express appreciation for her career accomplishments and to direct the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Mitchell.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring Dr. Dan A. Sims, the Superintendent of the Bibb County School District, for his extensive contributions to education and community service. The resolution recognizes his 30+ years of leadership in Georgia public education, including roles in Atlanta Public Schools and consulting work with multiple school districts, as well as his community involvement through various boards and awards. It formally acknowledges his achievements in student engagement, academic growth, and civic leadership, and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Dr. Sims.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring Atlanta Dermatology and Aesthetics, PC, for its 10th anniversary. It recognizes the practice's contributions to the medical community and its growth under the leadership of Dr. Sumayah Taliaferro. The resolution formally congratulates the company and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the commendation to the practice. This type of bill does not change laws or policy but serves to publicly acknowledge the organization's achievements.
This Senate resolution honors the memory of Jason Hughes, a mathematics teacher and golf coach at North Hall High School who passed away. The bill formally recognizes his contributions as a husband, father, and community member, directing the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to his family. It expresses the state's condolences and acknowledges the support extended to the Hughes family following his death.
This bill encourages the formation of the Georgia Legislative Golf Caucus, a voluntary group for state lawmakers interested in golf-related issues. The resolution outlines that the caucus would be open to all General Assembly members, who would elect their own leadership and may establish procedures for their activities. It allows the group to partner with golf organizations, courses, tourism entities, and youth programs to advance shared goals related to outdoor recreation and economic development. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of golf's importance to Georgia's economy and culture.
