Rep. Dewey McClain

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to enact the "Worker Tariff Relief Program Act"; to provide for types of assistance provided by the program; to provide for requirements for individuals to receive assistance; to provide authority to the Department of Labor to promulgate rules and regulations to administer the program; to provide for an annual report; to provide for funding; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) that commends the City of Duluth, Georgia, and designates March 3, 2026, as "Duluth Day at the Capitol." It recognizes Duluth's community leadership and provides an opportunity for Duluth officials to visit the Georgia State Capitol to engage with state leaders and advocate for local priorities. The resolution directly affects Duluth's mayor, city council, and local representatives by formally acknowledging their work and facilitating a planned state-level engagement event.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 1496), not a policy bill. It formally honors the life and legacy of Robert Elmo Nichols, Sr., a pioneering African American Marine who served during WWII as one of the first Black Marines (Montford Point Marines), later retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserve, and received the Congressional Gold Medal in 2011. The resolution expresses the House's condolences for his passing and recognizes his trailblazing service breaking racial barriers in the military. It has no policy provisions or direct impact on constituents or legislation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Georgia Minimum Wage Law," so as to provide for minimum wage pay to workers whose compensation consists wholly or partially of gratuities; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1379) officially recognizes and commends the Juniors Running Club of Norcross, Georgia, for its achievements during the 2025-2026 season. It highlights the club’s growth from 40 to over 100 youth and adult participants, its community impact (promoting fitness, preparing runners for high school sports, and organizing events like Global Running Day), and specific accomplishments (e.g., 1,601 miles run collectively, race placements, and a national competition trip). The resolution has no policy or funding implications - it is purely ceremonial, extending formal recognition to the club’s organizers and members. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 17, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1365) recognizing fifth-grade student Ivan Soto of Norcross Elementary School (House District 96) for his artistic talent and dedication to visual arts. It commends his skills as a cartoonist, his bilingual Mexican-American heritage, and his creative process, noting his teacher and family's support. The resolution has no policy changes or legal effect - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. The House formally adopted it on February 12, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 1364 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) that commends Jerely Vazquez, a fourth-grade student at Norcross Elementary School in House District 96, for her artistic talent and dedication to visual arts. It recognizes her skill in pencil drawing, future aspirations to become a portrait artist, and her cultural heritage, without creating any new policies or affecting public programs. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 12, 2026, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Jerely. It is purely symbolic, honoring one student’s achievements.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Andrew Adams, founder of Georgia-based ProLevel Recovery. It formally commends him for his work establishing a sports medicine business, his NFL Super Bowl championship background, and his community-focused initiatives in healthcare and financial literacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the House Clerk to provide Adams with a copy of the resolution. It affects no individuals or entities beyond this symbolic acknowledgment.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 20 and 39 of the O.C.G.A., relating to education and minors, respectively, so as to provide for high school student athletes and prospective student athletes to receive name, image, or likeness compensation; to provide for the automatic expiration of contracts that provide name, image, and likeness compensation to student athletes after the student athlete graduates or is no longer enrolled; to provide for application to certain athletic associations; to allow for professional representation of student athletes and prospective student athletes; to provide for required written notice to high school student athletes; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Consulate General of India in Atlanta for their recognition and celebration of Black History Month; and for other purposes.