A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to elementary and secondary education, so as to provide for the safety, health, and well-being of students and school communities; to create an Office of Safe Schools within the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency; to provide technical assistance for local school systems to develop policies and procedures for their threat management teams; to develop a state-wide behavioral threat management operational process; to provide for definitions; to amend Code Section 16-11-37 of the O.C.G.A., relating to terroristic threats and acts and penalties, so as to provide for the offense of threatening the death of or serious injury to individuals who are or likely to be at school; to amend Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50 of the O.C.G.A., relating to inspection of public records, so as to provide for an exemption; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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Maddy summaryThis resolution urges Georgia high schools to establish flag football programs for girls. It cites the sport's rapid growth, its development of teamwork and leadership skills, and its accessibility as a low-contact option for all skill levels. The resolution directly affects Georgia high schools (by requesting they create these programs) and benefits girls students who would gain new athletic opportunities. As a non-binding resolution, it does not require schools to act but formally requests they expand athletic offerings.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-5-34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem property tax bill form, so as to require the property tax bill for any school district that opts out of the state-wide base year homestead exemption to state the total amount of the school district's reserve funds; to require a statement on the property tax bill regarding certain political subdivisions that do not have in effect a base year homestead exemption; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of specialized land transactions, so as to prohibit business enterprises from owning an interest in more than 2,000 single-family residential properties or ten multifamily residential properties; to provide for the forfeiture of rental payments paid in connection with an unlawful lease of residential property; to provide a private cause of action for the return of rental payments paid in connection with an unlawful lease of residential property; to provide for the disclosure of information by brokers; to provide an effective date; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 17 and 28 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to criminal procedure and General Assembly, respectively, so as to allow for wrongful conviction compensation claims; to provide for a short title; to provide for notice of claims; to require administrative law judges within the Office of State Administrative Hearings to hear and evaluate such claims; to provide for the burden of proof and evidence to be considered by an administrative law judge; to require the Supreme Court of Georgia and the State Board of Pardons and Paroles to provide certain individuals with a copy of this Act; to provide for definitions; to exclude wrongful conviction compensation claims from the purview of the Claims Advisory Board; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 813) honors Trooper Jimmy Cenescar by dedicating a specific bridge in his memory. It directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to name the bridge on State Route 324 over Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County as the "Trooper Jimmy Cenescar Memorial Bridge" and to install appropriate signage. The resolution commemorates Trooper Cenescar, a Georgia State Patrol officer who died in the line of duty in January 2024, following a career that included service with the Atlanta Police Department. This is a commemorative resolution, not a law affecting policy or funding, solely focused on naming the bridge.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally commends Daniel O'Connor for his decades of service in Georgia redistricting, including his work with the Georgia House Reapportionment Office and contributions to legislative map changes. The resolution specifically honors his birthday (March 25) and recognizes his role in ensuring fair representation through data-driven redistricting efforts. No new laws, policies, or direct impacts on constituents are created by this resolution.
Maddy summaryHR 762 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally celebrate the Atlanta Apartment Association's 50th anniversary. It recognizes the Association's decades of service since 1975, including its role in housing advocacy, community contributions (like donating over 140 million meals to the Atlanta Community Food Bank), and support for Georgia's housing industry. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing official appreciation without creating new laws or affecting any stakeholders.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes and commends the Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta (AAAA) for its work supporting education, community engagement, and cultural preservation. It highlights the AAAA's efforts in providing student scholarships (like the Sir Syed Global Scholars Award), hosting community events (such as annual Eid Milan Picnics), and promoting Urdu language and culture through festivals. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives, does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the group's contributions. It directly honors the AAAA organization and its members for their service to Atlanta and Georgia communities.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally recognizes and commends Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs for his service on the Georgia Supreme Court, including his role as Chief Justice since 2022 and his upcoming resignation effective March 31, 2025. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it solely expresses the House's appreciation for his career. It was adopted by the House on March 27, 2025, and will be presented to Chief Justice Boggs.