Rep. Eddie Lumsden

Maddy summaryHR 990 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Dave Roberson as the 2025 Awards of Honor recipient. It commends his 30 years of service as Floyd County Sheriff, his community volunteer work (including roles with local nonprofits and youth programs), and prior awards, but does not create new laws or policies. The resolution formally honors Roberson for his public service and is directed to be provided to him by the House Clerk. This procedural bill affects only the recipient and the House, with no legislative impact on constituents or policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Jayla Rich, a student at Chattooga County High School, for being named the school's 2025 STAR Student - a recognition given to the top academic achiever (highest SAT score and top 10% of class). It also acknowledges her selection of teacher Stephanie Ratliff as the school's 2025 STAR Teacher. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' support for her academic accomplishments and wishes her continued success. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 967) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize Wanda Whitten as the 2025 recipient of the Board of Governors Award. It commends her decades of community service, including roles at AdventHealth Redmond, leadership in dietetic associations, and extensive volunteer work with organizations like the Exchange Club and Coosa Valley Fair. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply honors her contributions through a formal House commendation. The bill was unanimously adopted by the House on April 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 972) recognizing Stephanie Dean as the 2025 "Heart of the Community Awards" honoree. It commends her work as Co-Founder/CEO of Mike Dean Athletics (MDA), her prior role as Assistant Principal at Rome City Schools, and her extensive community volunteerism with organizations like Hospitality House, Boys and Girls Club, and MDA's scholarship programs. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition through a House of Representatives resolution. It was adopted by the House on April 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 978) is a ceremonial commendation for Sara Grace Abernathy, a Model High School student recognized as the 2025 STAR Student. It honors her academic achievement - specifically, scoring highest on the SAT and ranking in the top 10% of her class - and acknowledges her selection of teacher, Rachel Jones, as the 2025 STAR Teacher. The resolution has no policy impact or binding provisions; it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of her accomplishments. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this symbolic honor.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 25 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to life insurance, so as to prohibit a policy of group life insurance from excluding or restricting liability for certain deaths occurring while an individual is an active duty service member; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) commending Elan Ason McClain as Armuchee High School's 2025 STAR Student. It recognizes McClain for achieving the highest SAT score and ranking in the top 10% of his class, as required for the STAR Student designation. The resolution formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' commendation and authorizes sending a copy to McClain. No policy changes or new laws are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 784) is a ceremonial resolution formally recognizing Seth Winstead as Rome High School's 2025 STAR Teacher. It directly commends Winstead for his teaching excellence and contributions to student education in Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation through a formal written commendation. The bill passed unanimously in the House on March 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 787) is a ceremonial resolution commending Jessica West-Royal as Pepperell High School's 2025 STAR Teacher. It formally recognizes her contributions to education in Georgia through a non-binding resolution adopted by the House of Representatives. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply expresses the House's appreciation and directs a copy to be sent to the teacher. It affects no individuals beyond the named educator and serves solely as a public acknowledgment of her teaching excellence.

Maddy summaryHR 786 is a ceremonial resolution commending Karly Nguyen as Rome High School's 2025 STAR Student for achieving the highest SAT score and ranking in the top 10% of her class. It formally recognizes her academic excellence and expresses the House's support for her future success. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a symbolic honor for the student and her chosen teacher, educator Seth Winstead.