Rep. Mary Ann Santos

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 1398), not a policy bill. It honors the late Ty Lewis Williams, a Georgia resident who died on February 3, 2026, by expressing the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences and admiration for his life, character, and family. The resolution has no policy effect - it simply directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to Williams' family. It was adopted by the House on February 18, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Officer Paramhans Desai, a Henry County Police Department officer who died in the line of duty in 2021, and expresses condolences to his family. It directs the House clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family as a tribute to his service. The bill has no policy provisions or financial impact - it is purely a commemorative gesture recognizing his dedication to law enforcement.

Maddy summaryHR 1400 is a Georgia House resolution honoring Ty Lewis Williams, a 23-year-old Stockbridge resident who died in February 2026. The resolution expresses the House's condolences for his passing and recognizes his life as a writer, musician, and community member known for his integrity, humor, and devotion to family. It formally directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Williams' family. This is a commemorative resolution with no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 and Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to carrying and possession of firearms and domestic relations, respectively, so as to prohibit persons subject to a protective order for family violence or dating violence from possessing a firearm or ammunition; to provide for penalties; to require reporting by the court issuing such prohibition; to require the surrender or transfer of firearms or ammunition in such person's possession; to provide for petitions for return of firearms or ammunition and restoration of rights; to provide for the adoption of procedures; to provide for applicability; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 15 of Title 9 and Chapter 6 of Title 13 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to court and litigation costs and damages and costs generally, respectively, so as to prohibit courts from awarding attorney's fees to defendants who have been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to a sexual offense when the plaintiff is the victim of such offense; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Clayton State University and recognizing March 4, 2026, as Clayton State University Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Georgia Advancing Communities Together, Inc., and designating February 25, 2026, as Georgia ACT Housing Day at the capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally acknowledges the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV) for its 44 years of work supporting survivors and advancing policy. It recognizes GCADV’s role in providing resources, promoting prevention, and helping pass key legislation like the Survivor Justice Act and protections for pets in protective orders. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or requirements - it is purely a symbolic gesture of support. It directly affects GCADV by formally commending its efforts, with the recognition intended to honor its advocacy for domestic violence survivors across Georgia.

A RESOLUTION recognizing Severe Weather Preparedness Week and commending the Meteorologists in the public and private sectors alike for their exceptional service to the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution (HR 1345) formally commends Nicole Boynton for her advocacy following her release after 23 years in prison. It recognizes her story as a survivor of domestic violence who was re-sentenced under Georgia’s Survivor Justice Act, which allows for reduced sentences when abuse contributed to a crime. The resolution does not change laws but honors her work supporting other incarcerated survivors and her reuniting with family. It is a ceremonial gesture, not a policy change.