Rep. Sam Park

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding state government, so as to designate the City of Incheon, South Korea as the sister city-state of the State of Georgia; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 985 is a House resolution (not a policy bill) honoring the late Very Reverend Father George Shukri Makhlouf, a Palestinian-born priest who served in Palestine and the U.S. The resolution commemorates his life, faith, advocacy for peace in Palestine, and service as a pastor in New York and Georgia. It expresses the House’s "deepest and most sincere regret" at his passing and directs the Clerk to distribute copies publicly. This ceremonial resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHR 918 is a symbolic resolution by the Georgia House of Representatives commending the Payne-Corley House in Duluth. It recognizes the venue's 20+ years as a top-rated wedding destination (including being named Best of Gwinnett for two decades), its preservation of an 1873 historic building, and its community service like hosting annual food pantry events. The resolution has no legal effect but formally honors the business's contributions to local hospitality and community engagement. It was adopted by the House on April 2, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits for state income tax, so as to exclude up to $10,000.00 of overtime wages per employee from taxation; to provide for reporting by employers; to provide reporting by the department to the General Assembly; to provide for a sunset date; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative purpose; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 712 creates a House Study Committee on Protecting Working Families to examine how Georgia can safeguard vulnerable Georgians from potential federal cuts to Medicaid and SNAP benefits. The committee will study specific state-level protections, including emergency Medicaid funds, food security programs, and small business tax incentives, to maintain access to healthcare and nutrition for low-income families, veterans, rural communities, and maternal health services. It does not enact new laws but will evaluate policy options to mitigate impacts if federal funding decreases. The resolution highlights that nearly 2.5 million Georgians rely on Medicaid and over 1.4 million depend on SNAP, with cuts risking higher uninsured rates, food insecurity, and strained rural hospitals. The committee will report findings to the legislature by a specified deadline.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to provide for a refundable tax credit in an amount not to exceed $1,200.00 for individuals who experience a reduction in or loss of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits under certain circumstances; to provide for definitions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally designates Incheon, South Korea, as Georgia's sister city-state. It recognizes Incheon's status as a major port city, home to Incheon International Airport, and its global trade and cultural engagement efforts. The bill creates no new laws or funding but symbolically strengthens official ties between Georgia and Incheon through a formal resolution. It directly affects Georgia's diplomatic relationships, acknowledging Incheon's role in international commerce and its existing network of 39 sister cities worldwide.

Maddy summaryHR 667 is a symbolic resolution recognizing July 9, 2025, as "Level Up Day," a non-governmental event focused on personal and professional growth. The resolution formally designates this date to honor the event's mission of promoting empowerment, education, and community engagement through workshops and networking. It has no binding policy changes or direct impact on legislation, as it only serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment by the House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 20, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 668) recognizing the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. (GAHCCI) for its community work. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally commends GAHCCI for organizing programs like the PPRNE nonprofit training initiative, the Eritaj business recognition program, and the BEL entrepreneurship development program. The resolution also highlights GAHCCI's events, such as Haitian Flag Day celebrations and the Pwochen Lide/Eritaj Gala, as well as its grant support for Haitian businesses. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect and does not directly affect any individuals or entities beyond honoring the chamber's efforts.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 616) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor the late Mr. Francis Malan Yao, a former U.S. Embassy employee in Côte d'Ivoire and longtime Atlanta resident who died on February 9, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's condolences for his passing and recognizes his 23-year service at the U.S. Embassy in Abidjan, his role in founding the FBIS bureau, and his contributions to the Atlanta diaspora community. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family. As a non-binding tribute, this resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any constituents.