Rep. Mary Ann Santos

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to State Board of Education, so as to provide a registration process for special education advocates; to provide for qualifications for such registration; to provide for the adoption of a code of ethics for special education advocates; to provide for the Department of Education to maintain a list of registered special education advocates; to require notice to parents and guardians of children with disabilities of such list; to provide definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 10, 2026, as Latin American Association Day to honor the organization's 54 years of service to Georgia's Latino community. The resolution formally commends the Latin American Association for its work providing legal assistance, economic programs, youth development, and family support services. No new laws or funding are created; the measure serves as a symbolic recognition of the association's contributions to the state.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to controlled substances, so as to provide for the restriction and seal of certain records upon sentencing of a first conditional discharge for possession of controlled substances and certain nonviolent property crimes until such status is revoked; to provide for exceptions; to amend Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, so as to provide for the restriction and seal of a sentence entered upon a first conditional discharge for possession of a controlled substance until such status is revoked; to provide for exceptions; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to Department of Labor, so as to establish a commission to review and validate the employment status of 1099 tax returns filed by employers on behalf of employees; to provide for the commission to provide available remedies to employees impacted by an invalid filing of such tax returns; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 8 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state building, plumbing, and electrical codes, so as to require that any traffic impact analysis required to obtain a building permit be completed within 36 months of the project's substantial completion; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dispossessory proceedings, so as to extend a notice to vacate or pay to seven days; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 43-18-70 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to requirement to only practice at licensed funeral establishment, organic human reduction facility, or crematory and requirements of funeral establishments, so as to revise the requirement that a funeral establishment maintain at least eight caskets at each of its locations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1434) symbolically recognizes and commends the Boys & Girls Clubs of Puerto Rico for its youth programs and the work of volunteers. It specifically highlights a service trip that mobilized over 170 volunteers from U.S. organizations, raising $23,000 to support educational, recreational, and leadership activities for children across Puerto Rico. The resolution has no policy impact - it does not allocate funds, change laws, or directly affect any entity beyond expressing formal appreciation. It was adopted by the House of Representatives as a ceremonial gesture honoring community service.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1402) passed by the House of Representatives on February 18, 2026, to recognize Dr. Kimberly Miles during Black History Month. It honors her work as an educator, author, and community leader in Henry County, Georgia, including her roles as a Social Studies Professional Learning Specialist, Arts Integration Specialist, and Excellence Recognition Coordinator. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies - it solely expresses the House's commendation and thanks for her public service. The House directed the Clerk to provide Dr. Miles with a copy of the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by Georgia's House of Representatives. It formally recognizes Canada Day in Georgia, citing strong trade ties between the state and Canada, including $13.9 billion in bilateral trade in 2024 and over 300 Canadian-owned businesses employing 33,000 Georgians. The resolution has no policy changes or direct impact on residents or businesses; it is purely symbolic, acknowledging Georgia's economic relationship with Canada through a formal statement. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group.