Rep. Segun Adeyina

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit and providing for its powers, duties, jurisdiction, and officers, approved February 12, 1960 (Ga. L. 1960, p. 110), as amended, so as to provide an additional supplement for the chief judge of said circuit; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 739 amends Lawrenceville's city charter to annex specific undeveloped land into the city's boundaries, directly affecting residents and property owners in the newly added area. The bill requires a local referendum for voter approval before annexation takes effect and includes a contingent effective date tied to this approval. It repeals conflicting laws and becomes effective on December 31, 2026, unless the referendum fails. This procedural bill focuses solely on expanding city boundaries through established legal processes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide a homestead exemption of $4,000.00 from all county school district ad valorem taxation, except taxes levied to retire bonded indebtedness, which applies to the homestead of each resident of the Gwinnett County school district actually occupied by the owner as a residence and homestead, approved March 24, 1988 (Ga. L. 1988, p. 4199), so as to increase said homestead exemption to $10,000.00; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to provide for mandatory execution of election and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide an additional homestead exemption from Gwinnett County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in the amount of $2,000.00 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that school district who are certain public service employees, approved May 3, 2023 (Ga. L. 2023, p. 4346), so as to expand such exemption to disabled veterans and all employees of the Gwinnett County School District and the Buford City School District; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to provide for mandatory execution of election and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to provide for certain federal agents to clearly identify themselves while in the performance of their duties; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing the Whine Walk Run 5K and International Food Festival. It formally commends the event for promoting Caribbean culture, partnering with health organizations, and donating proceeds to women's mental health groups (Jam Across Georgia and a raffle-selected nonprofit). The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the House's recognition of the May 3, 2025, event in Atlanta. It was adopted by the House on April 2, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to insurance, so as to establish the State Oversight Board within the office of the Commissioner of Insurance; to provide for the membership, duties, and powers of such board; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for insurer liability for certain delays or denials in healthcare coverage; to provide for a private cause of action; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to expand provisions related to making certain registration information confidential; to provide for the VoteSafe program managed by the Secretary of State; to authorize persons that believe they are at risk of or threatened by physical harm or that are the victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking to have the address of their voter registration made confidential; to provide procedures for application and renewal for such program; to provide definitions; to authorize rule making related to such program; to provide for training of local election officials and persons assisting applicants to such program; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the House of Representatives. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong for his achievements as a business leader, philanthropist, and industrial pioneer in Ghana, highlighting his work with companies like Sarpong Ventures Ltd. and the Special Group of Companies. The resolution does not create any new laws or policies; it simply expresses the House's commendation and directs the Clerk to provide Dr. Sarpong with a copy. It directly affects no one through legislative action, serving only as an honorific gesture.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing and commending the nonprofit organization Beyond the Ribbon for its work supporting cancer patients and their families. It acknowledges the organization's history of providing financial assistance, holiday support, back-to-school supplies, and wellness programs since 2017. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions; it simply expresses the House's formal recognition of the group's efforts.