Rep. Chuck Efstration

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 365), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates the Georgia Association of Manufacturers (GAM) on the 125th anniversary of its founding (1900). The resolution recognizes GAM's historical role as a unifying voice for Georgia's manufacturing industry, which employs 435,000 people and contributes $77.2 billion to the state economy annually. It has no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation or affected parties beyond the symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 322) is a ceremonial expression of appreciation for the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia. It commends the Scouts for their community service and youth development work, noting their statewide presence with over 40,000 scouts. The resolution designates February 26, 2025, as "Scouts Day at the Capitol," encouraging state representatives to participate in events where Scouts learn about government and engage with lawmakers. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive law. It formally commends Mercer University for its educational, athletic, and community contributions in Georgia and designates February 20, 2025, as "Mercer University Day" at the state capitol. The resolution recognizes the university's 192-year history, student achievements, and ties to Georgia House leadership. It has no binding policy effects or financial obligations - it serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally expresses praise for four specific Barrow County high school students and their nominated teachers who were recognized as "STAR Students" and "STAR Teachers" for academic achievement in 2025. The resolution lists the students (Christopher Mack, Lucy Bugg, Bennett Logan, Alexander Hou) and their respective teachers (Holly Behzadi, Jeffery Lalaian, Tammy Suertefelipe, Cason Dowdy). It has no policy impact or funding changes; it solely serves to publicly commend these individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 289) congratulating The Woodbine Opry on its 25th anniversary as a free, weekly live music venue in Woodbine, Georgia. It recognizes the Opry's 25 years of providing bluegrass, Gospel, and classic country music at the Old Woodbine School, noting its monthly online reach of 15,000-20,000 views. The resolution formally extends congratulations for its anniversary celebration events planned for February 2025 and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the Opry. As a procedural resolution, it contains no policy changes or direct impacts on constituents or laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Edgar Land as Gilmer County's 2024 Citizen of the Year for his community service, including mentoring youth, leading organizations like the Ellijay Lions Club, and overseeing the Georgia Child Identification Program. It directly recognizes Land's lifelong contributions to his community and faith-based initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial commendation with no new laws or funding. The House formally adopted it on February 11, 2025.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Georgia Institute of Technology and its partners for their NSF GRACE Engine proposal; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2A of Chapter 2 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to registration and licensing of fleet vehicles, so as to provide for the issuance of metal fleet motor vehicle license plates to certain owners prior to registration of a vehicle; to provide for application for the issuance of such license plates; to provide for the development of a system by the Department of Revenue that enables certain owners to assign and register fleet vehicles; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 21 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to rights, duties, and liabilities of innkeepers, so as to expand an innkeeper's liens to cover property removed from a room by an innkeeper upon the termination of a guest's contract; to provide procedures for innkeepers to eject persons under certain circumstances from inns; to provide for sheriffs, constables, marshals, and other certified peace officers to eject persons from such facilities under certain circumstances; to provide for the presumption of an innkeeper-guest relationship; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates January 26-February 1, 2025, as "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery, pain management, and their extensive training (12-14 years of education and 12,000-16,000 hours of training). The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, with no new laws or funding, and directly affects physician anesthesiologists through official state acknowledgment.