Rep. El-Mahdi Holly

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 668) recognizing the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. (GAHCCI) for its community work. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally commends GAHCCI for organizing programs like the PPRNE nonprofit training initiative, the Eritaj business recognition program, and the BEL entrepreneurship development program. The resolution also highlights GAHCCI's events, such as Haitian Flag Day celebrations and the Pwochen Lide/Eritaj Gala, as well as its grant support for Haitian businesses. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect and does not directly affect any individuals or entities beyond honoring the chamber's efforts.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 609), not a law. It formally recognizes March 20, 2025, as "Out The Trap Day" at Georgia's state capitol. The resolution honors specific community leaders (including Anthony "Young Marley" Reed and others listed) for their work supporting survivors of trafficking and systemic barriers. It expresses the Georgia House's support for the initiative's goals of harm reduction, rehabilitation, and economic empowerment, but does not create new policies or obligations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, and exemptions from income taxes, so as to provide for a tax credit for actual expenses incurred by any taxpayer in the provision of a warming center to unsheltered individuals on certain days of inclement weather; to provide for eligible expenditures; to provide for conditions, limitations, and penalties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding House resolution (HR 490) commending the nonprofit organization World Coming Together To Make A Difference (WOCOTOMADI). It recognizes WOCOTOMADI's work since 2011, including health education on hypertension in Cameroon and Cameroonian communities, providing medical screenings and supplies, and promoting African cultural programs in the U.S. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors the organization's community efforts.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending the McDonough High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) Warhawk Battalion. It recognizes the unit's 20-year history, 19 "Distinguished Unit" awards, and its role in preparing students for military service or higher education through leadership training and community service. The resolution has no legal effect; it simply offers formal recognition to the battalion and its instructors. It directly affects the McDonough High School NJROTC program and its cadets by publicly honoring their achievements.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill), formally recognizing the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) for its 50th anniversary. It commends the GMSDC for its role as Georgia's leading advocate for minority business development and supplier diversity over five decades. The resolution highlights the council's work connecting over 400 corporations with 1,400 minority suppliers, generating over $11 billion in annual business and supporting tens of thousands of jobs. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or entities beyond expressing legislative appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 470) formally commends Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, for her leadership and work advancing education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and cultural preservation across Africa. It recognizes her founding of Elevate Africa and the Royal Iwere Foundation, which support STEM education, female entrepreneurship, and sustainable development initiatives. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it simply honors her contributions through a formal House of Representatives recognition. It was adopted by the House on March 3, 2025, and directs the Clerk to share a copy with her.

Maddy summaryHR 399 creates a temporary House Study Committee to examine the use of pavement markings on one-way streets in Georgia. The committee will study whether such markings (like painted lines) could improve safety for drivers unfamiliar with routes or distracted by navigation systems, reduce wrong-way travel, and determine best practices for implementation. It does not enact new laws or requirements but will recommend potential future legislation after its study. The committee, composed of five House members, the transportation commissioner, and the highway safety director, must report its findings by December 1, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to revise a deduction related to depreciation for single-family residential rental property; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 increase the minimum wage for certain employees and to provide for grants to certain employers; to provide for definitions; to increase the minimum wage for agricultural workers and state employees; to provide for the Department of Labor to implement a grant program for certain employers; to provide for criteria; to provide for annual reporting; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.