Rep. Sam Park

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1240) formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association (GAPABA) for its work supporting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) legal professionals in Georgia. It acknowledges GAPABA's founding in 1993, its role in advocating for AAPI attorneys, and its initiatives like the GAPABA Law Foundation - which has awarded over $350,000 for legal internships and scholarships (including the Trinh Huynh Fellowship and Hemanth Digumarthi Scholarship). The bill does not create new laws or policies; it is purely a ceremonial resolution expressing legislative support. It directly affects GAPABA by providing official recognition of its contributions to the legal community.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Public Policy Club at Georgia State University for its commitment to civic engagement, public service, and policy education; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to provide for the expansion of Medicaid; to provide for definitions; to provide for appropriations; to authorize the Department of Community Health to submit a waiver request for a state plan amendment for the expansion of Medicaid; to provide for reporting; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative notification and approval; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to provide for an income tax deduction for certain health insurance premium payments by individuals; to provide for income based caps; to provide a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Department of Community Health, so as to establish and provide a purpose for the Nursing Home Supplemental Fund; to provide for definitions; to provide for oversight and administration of the fund; to provide for eligibility criteria, terms, and conditions; to provide for an application process; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for reporting; to provide for automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for a contingent effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Lara S. Martin, MA, MPH, for her exceptional service and leadership in advancing global health, humanitarian response, and human rights; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1171) adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Georgia Aquarium. The resolution formally congratulates the aquarium on its opening in 2005 and highlights its roles as a major tourist attraction, educational resource, conservation leader, and community hub. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impose obligations - it is purely a non-binding expression of appreciation for the aquarium's contributions to Georgia. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the aquarium.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a 7-member House Study Committee to examine how federal budget changes in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (H.R. 1) affect Georgia’s state budget and services. The committee, appointed by the Speaker and state auditor, will study impacts on healthcare, education, housing, and infrastructure funding, with a December 1, 2026, deadline to report findings. It has no authority to enact policy - only to analyze effects and recommend legislation if needed. This is a procedural step, not a policy change.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding torts, so as to provide for remedies for deprivation of constitutional rights of state citizens by civil immigration enforcement officers; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1091 is a ceremonial resolution commending The Atlanta Korean American Business Women’s Association (AKABWA) for its community impact and support of women entrepreneurs in Georgia. It formally recognizes AKABWA’s work in empowering Korean-American women through knowledge-sharing, networking, and business growth initiatives. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the House’s endorsement and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to the association. This is a procedural, non-binding commendation with no direct impact on legislation or funding.