A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the imposition, rate, and computation of and exemptions and credits from state income taxes, so as to create a temporary income tax credit for certain expenditures relating to projects promoting industrial infrastructure enhancement and connectivity; to provide for definitions; to provide for eligibility approval by the Department of Community Affairs; to provide for limitations upon such tax credit; to authorize the sale or transfer of unused credits; to provide for an aggregate annual limit; to provide for terms and conditions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Rep. Rick Jasperse
Sponsored bills
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Employees' Retirement System of Georgia, so as to establish the State Law Enforcement Officer Plan to offer enhanced benefits for electing state law enforcement officers; to provide for irrevocable elections; to provide for conditions and limitations; to provide for deferred retirement option program accounts; to provide for definitions; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia, relating to offenses involving illegal aliens, so as to provide for penalties for state and local officials and employees for noncompliance; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Forsyth Central High School engine team for winning the 2024 Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the East Forsyth High School eSports team for winning the 2024-2025 3A-4A Super Smash Bros. Ultimate State Championship; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 159) formally commends Tyler Schmidt, a Georgia resident, for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout - the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America. It recognizes his accomplishment as one of only 1 in 97 scouts who reach this level, highlighting his leadership, adherence to scouting principles, and dedication. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives, directs the Clerk to provide Schmidt with a copy of the commendation. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is purely a ceremonial honor.
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 provide a short title; to provide for the establishment and administration of the Pay As You Earn Education Program; to provide for the calculation and repayment of such loans; to provide for eligibility and disqualifications; 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 a deduction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 102 is a ceremonial House resolution commending Sheriff Ron Freeman for his service. It formally recognizes and congratulates him through a vote by the House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted on January 29, 2025, after being read and passed without further legislative action. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents or laws.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the Georgia FFA Association and designates February 18, 2025, as "FFA Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It recognizes the association’s role in agricultural education, noting its status as the nation’s third-largest state FFA with over 81,000 members preparing youth for 300+ agricultural careers. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative support through formal recognition. It directly affects the Georgia FFA Association by celebrating its contributions to youth leadership and agricultural education.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to enact the "Equal Athletic Opportunities Act"; to provide generally for student participation in interscholastic athletic activities and events; to generally prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in such activities and events; to promote fair and safe competition; to provide for the use of student eligibility rules, standards, and classifications; to provide for exceptions to general provisions; to provide for specific designations; to prohibit male students from participating in athletic activities and events designated for female students and vice versa; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.