Rep. Sandy Donatucci

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5B of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to special districts for transit purposes sales and use tax (Transit SPLOST), so as to provide for time limits upon the recalling of an election for approval of such special sales and use tax upon failure to approve; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to holidays and observances, so as to designate November 7 of each year as "Victims of Communism Day"; to provide for observances; to require certain public school students to receive related instruction; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1478 is a House resolution honoring Elizabeth "Betty" Blackie Ricchiuti, a Georgia resident who passed away on January 29, 2026. The resolution expresses the House's condolences for her death, recognizing her life as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and community member known for her integrity, kindness, and dedication to family. This symbolic resolution, adopted by the House on February 25, 2026, does not create new laws or policies but formally commemorates her legacy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to holidays and observances, so as to designate April of each year as Georgia Native Plant Month; to amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to change the state floral emblem to the sweetbay magnolia; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1438) formally recognizes February 24, 2026, as "HHCP Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors Help for Healthcare Professionals (HHCP), a nurse-owned nonprofit that has served over 25,000 healthcare professionals across Georgia since 2020, raised $481,750, and supported workforce initiatives including scholarships and disaster relief. The resolution has no binding policy effect; it solely authorizes distributing a copy of the resolution to HHCP. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment of HHCP's work, not a bill creating new policy or affecting legislation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 2B of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Georgia Promise Scholarship Act," so as to clarify student residency qualification for promise scholarship accounts; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by Georgia's House of Representatives. It formally recognizes Canada Day in Georgia, citing strong trade ties between the state and Canada, including $13.9 billion in bilateral trade in 2024 and over 300 Canadian-owned businesses employing 33,000 Georgians. The resolution has no policy changes or direct impact on residents or businesses; it is purely symbolic, acknowledging Georgia's economic relationship with Canada through a formal statement. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates the Hebron Christian Academy football team for winning the 2026 3A-A Private State Championship. It recognizes their 12-1 season record, championship victory over Calvary Day School (28-21), and the team's character and athletic achievements. The resolution, adopted by the House of Representatives, extends formal congratulations and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to the team. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new policies or affect any laws.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to generation and distribution of electricity generally, so as to require electric utilities to protect residential and retail electricity customers from costs associated with data center construction and operation; to require certain contract terms and conditions; to provide for an applicability date; to provide for enforcement; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1389) recognizes a statewide Day of Service on March 18, 2026, in Georgia. It honors Teacher of the Year 2026 Rachel Kinsaul for promoting school-based service learning and encourages all Georgia schools to participate in community service activities on that date. The resolution does not create new laws but formally acknowledges the initiative, which allows schools to adapt service projects - like park cleanups, food bank volunteering, or nursing home visits - to local needs and existing curricula. It applies directly to Georgia public schools and their students.