Rep. El-Mahdi Holly

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1168), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Evelyn Sermons for her retirement from public service. The resolution highlights her long career at Morehouse College since 2000, her leadership roles, community contributions, and personal qualities. The House of Representatives passed it on January 29, 2026, to honor her service with a formal commendation. It has no legislative effect beyond this symbolic recognition.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to student health in elementary and secondary education, so as to provide for the establishment of and purpose for the Vape-Free Schools Grant Program; to provide for the allocation of grant awards under such program; to require public schools with grades nine through 12 to acquire and install vaping detectors and include vaping policy provisions in the student code of conduct; to provide for contingent effectiveness and automatic repeal; to provide for definitions; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors Echo Park Speedway in Henry County, Georgia, recognizing its economic and community impact. It acknowledges the speedway's 60+ years of operation, $250 million annual economic contribution, 2,800 jobs, and role as a tourism destination attracting over one million visitors yearly. The resolution also notes its support for local charities and function as a hurricane evacuation site. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect or new policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding resolution (HR 1001) introduced in the Georgia House, expressing support for "ethical investment" of state funds and public resources. It does not create new laws or alter investment policies - it merely states the legislature's position. The resolution directly affects state investment decisions by calling for ethical considerations, though it has no legal force. As a procedural resolution, it serves only to convey legislative sentiment, not to implement concrete changes.

Maddy summaryHR 985 is a House resolution (not a policy bill) honoring the late Very Reverend Father George Shukri Makhlouf, a Palestinian-born priest who served in Palestine and the U.S. The resolution commemorates his life, faith, advocacy for peace in Palestine, and service as a pastor in New York and Georgia. It expresses the House’s "deepest and most sincere regret" at his passing and directs the Clerk to distribute copies publicly. This ceremonial resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any constituents or legislation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to acquisition and loss of property, so as to require corporations to report the number of single-family dwellings they own; to provide for annual reports to the state auditor; to provide for the creation of a public portal listing such reports; to provide for a fine; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 839 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Mark Amerman, a retired Henry County Police Chief and Director of Public Safety, for his 29 years of service in Georgia law enforcement. The resolution formally commends his leadership, dedication, and contributions to public safety - including overseeing police, fire, emergency services, and state-level certification work - and extends well-wishes upon his retirement. It has no policy impact or binding effect, as it is purely a symbolic gesture adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Charles Black for his outstanding contributions to civil rights, education, and community service; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-13-30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to purchase, possession, manufacture, distribution, or sale of controlled substances or marijuana and penalties, so as to codify the proclamation by the Office of the President of the United States that would grant a pardon and restore full political, civil, and other rights regarding the offense of simple possession of marijuana; to provide for limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Clarice Marijetta Wyatt Bell Church and expressing condolences to her family and loved ones; and for other purposes.