A RESOLUTION commending Hyong Kun "Sam" Yi (hereinafter "Sam Yi") for his trailblazing and extraordinary contributions to Georgia's jazz community; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 583), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes and commends Karen Ramsey for her public service as Deputy Director of Gwinnett Housing Corporation (GHC), highlighting her work on programs like the Homeowner Resource Center, Healthy Homes Production Program, and Older Adults Home Modification Program. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it is solely an expression of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. It was adopted by the House on March 11, 2025, and directs a copy to be given to Ms. Ramsey.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 570) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Catherine Ann Smith, a Democratic political organizer and community advocate who died on February 25, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's "deepest and most sincere regret" at her passing and recognizes her contributions to progressive causes in Michigan and Georgia, including her work organizing for the Democratic Party. It has no policy impact - its sole purpose is to formally memorialize her life and share condolences with her family, as directed by the Clerk of the House.
Maddy summaryHR 569 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dorothy Sanders Shaw, a retired U.S. Air Force and Pentagon civil servant who passed away on February 23, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences and recognizes her life, career, family, and community involvement. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it is purely a formal expression of respect. The House adopted this resolution on March 11, 2025, and directed the Clerk to share a copy with her family.
Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally honors the 85 Community Development Corporation (85CDC) and its Executive Director, Frank Lee, for their work serving immigrant communities in northeast Atlanta. It recognizes 85CDC’s 2022 founding, its provision of culturally responsive services (including ESOL classes, legal navigation, and small business assistance), and its 2024 impact on 516 clients in Gwinnett County. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but expresses legislative support through a formal commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 11, 2025.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to primaries and elections generally, so as to enact the Representative Democracy Enforcement Act; to provide that direct initiative petitions petition sponsors shall be considered campaign committees pursuant to Chapter 5 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; to prohibit the use of public funds in advocating for or against direct initiative and referendum petitions; to authorize rule making; to provide for related matters; to provide for a contingent effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 519 is a ceremonial resolution commending Kinsley White, a fourth-grader from Georgia, for having her artwork "Super Kin" selected for the 2025 Capitol Art Exhibit by the Georgia Art Education Association. The resolution recognizes her achievement in creating a piece depicting her as a superhero helping children with health challenges, reflecting her aspiration to become a pediatrician. It formally honors her artistic and academic abilities, with the House directing the Clerk to provide Kinsley with a copy of the resolution. This is a non-binding recognition, not a policy change, directly affecting only Kinsley White as the honoree.
A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that the people of the State of Georgia shall have the power to enact, repeal, or amend general statutory law by direct initiative and referendum process; to provide for amendments to the Constitution by direct initiative process; to provide procedures and restrictions connected therewith; to provide exceptions; to authorize the General Assembly to provide for additional statutory procedures not in conflict with the provisions herein; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 537), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Jung Ha Kim and her nonprofit organization, the Community Resource Corporation (CRC), for their work addressing racial/gender disparities in immigrant and refugee communities. The resolution highlights her 30+ years in nonprofit leadership, CRC's community partnerships (like dementia care programs and the AAPI Cultural Heritage Festival), and her advocacy on social justice issues. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it solely offers public recognition through a formal House resolution.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Student Finance Authority, so as to establish a needs based grant program to combat food insecurity among postsecondary students; to provide definitions; to provide for a maximum award amount; to provide for applications; to provide for rules, regulations, and procedures; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
