This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Atlanta Gas Light for its 170th anniversary. It directly affects the utility company by honoring its long history of service since 1855 and its role as the oldest corporation in Atlanta. The resolution acknowledges the company's contributions to Georgia's economy, infrastructure investments, and community support efforts. It does not change any laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the company's milestone and ongoing service to approximately 1.8 million customers.
This bill is a Senate resolution honoring Donald Newman, a longtime public servant from Mount Zion, Georgia. It recognizes his 44 consecutive years of service on the Mount Zion City Council and his leadership roles in local organizations like the Carroll County Water Authority and a primary health care clinic. The resolution expresses the state's condolences for his passing and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Newman's family.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring the Honda Georgia Transmission Plant on its 20th anniversary. It recognizes the facility's growth from a small operation into a 575,000-square-foot manufacturing site that employs nearly 480 people and produces 375,000 transmissions annually. The resolution expresses appreciation for the plant's economic contributions and community support in Haralson County. It directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Carys Code, a student-athlete from Emory University in Georgia, for her achievements in golf and academics. The resolution highlights her accomplishments as the 2025 NCAA Division III Individual Champion and her academic excellence, noting she is majoring in business and minoring in economics. It formally acknowledges her athletic records, including setting an NCAA DIII championship record and earning multiple All-America honors, while directing the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to her. This type of bill does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly honor an individual's contributions and achievements.
This resolution honors the life and memory of Dorothy "Dot" Cofer, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on February 15, 2026. The bill formally recognizes her contributions as a former Extension Service Home Economist in McDuffie County, where she coordinated annual health fairs for over 42 years and served her community through church missions and various local committees. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Cofer's family as a gesture of respect. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of her public service and personal legacy.
This bill designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month to increase public understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects people of all backgrounds. The resolution highlights the importance of research, treatment access, and support for patients, caregivers, and families impacted by the disease. It also acknowledges the higher risk of ALS among military veterans and recognizes the work of the ALS Association in funding research and providing care services. The House of Representatives will distribute copies of this resolution to the public and press to promote awareness.
A RESOLUTION urging condominium associations, property owners' associations, and any other corporations or voluntary entities formed for the purpose of exercising the powers of a homeowners' or property owners' association governing a common interest community to provide transparency to members of such associations; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Rock Springs Christian Academy wrestling team for winning the 2026 GAPPS State Wrestling Championship; and for other purposes.
This bill is a resolution that formally honors the Dar-E-Abbas Islamic Center in Gwinnett County, Georgia, for its community contributions. It recognizes the center's charitable outreach, its role in hosting notable public figures, and the leadership of its trustees. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the center as an official acknowledgment of its service to the state.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 15 of Chapter 6 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to serious traffic offenses, so as to require restitution for certain convictions of homicide by vehicle when operating such vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs; to provide for standards for such award amount; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This bill formally dedicates an intersection in Barrow County, Georgia, to honor Representative Terry England. It authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at the intersection of State Route 211 and West Winder Bypass bearing his name. The legislation recognizes England's 18 years of service in the Georgia House of Representatives and his subsequent role as chief of staff to the Speaker of the House. This is a commemorative resolution that does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge his contributions to the state.
This bill establishes a House Study Committee to investigate teacher planning time and duty-free lunch policies in Georgia schools. The committee, consisting of six House members appointed by the Speaker, will examine issues like substitute teacher funding and planning time waivers that affect educators. It will study conditions related to teacher support, including how substitute teacher funding has remained unchanged since 1985 and how planning time is often lost due to staffing shortages. The committee will produce a report with findings and potential policy recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026.
