Rep. Scott Holcomb

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 50-2-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the retrocession of jurisdiction over lands owned by the United States, so as to provide for procedures for the retrocession of jurisdiction in certain circumstances; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee on Criminal Post-Conviction Litigation to examine delays and inefficiencies in Georgia's system for handling claims that criminal defendants received inadequate legal representation. The committee will consist of 12 members, including legislative representatives and non-legislative experts such as the state attorney general, chief justice, and leaders from defense and prosecution organizations. Its primary function is to study the current post-conviction process, identify problems causing years-long delays, and recommend potential legislative changes to improve how these cases are handled. The committee will produce a report with findings and recommendations before it is dissolved, though this bill does not enact immediate policy changes itself.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to disabled veterans and blind persons engaging in peddling, operating businesses, or practicing professions, so as to clarify certain veterans' eligibility for exemption with regard to payment of occupation taxes, administrative fees, and regulatory fees; to provide a definition of "armed conflict" consistent with current federal law; to provide for armed conflicts to be equivalent to periods of war with regard to certain exemptions; to provide for certain procedures; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the important role Georgia's forensic nurses play in supporting survivors of violence and making our community safer from violence as well as declaring November 2 through 8, 2026, Forensic Nurses Week; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr., a former Georgia law enforcement officer who passed away on February 22, 2026. It recognizes his 28 years of service across the Dunwoody, Marietta, and Cobb County police departments and expresses the state legislature's condolences to his family. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Furman's family as a formal tribute to his dedication and integrity in public service.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 23, 2026, as DeKalb Day at the Georgia state capitol to honor DeKalb County. The resolution recognizes the county's contributions to Georgia's economy, culture, and education, highlighting its diverse population and institutions like Emory University and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and media for awareness.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Robert McNeill (Neill) Herring for his years of service at the Georgia General Assembly; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that officially dedicates an interchange at the intersection of State Route 407 (I-285) and State Route 8 (US-29) in DeKalb County to Representative Michele Henson. The legislation recognizes her long service as a Georgia state representative and her contributions to healthcare, economic development, and community organizations. It authorizes the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs bearing her name at the interchange. The measure also directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to Representative Henson and the Department of Transportation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 24A of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to massage therapy practice generally, so as to prohibit massage therapy businesses from operating during certain set hours; to revise definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to repeal the exception allowing involuntary servitude for persons convicted of crimes or contempt of court; to provide for a short title; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.