Rep. L.C. Myles

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to landlord and tenant, so as to prohibit certain entities from owning 25 or more single-family homes; to provide for the filing of certain information with the Secretary of State; to provide for inspections; to provide for civil actions by the Attorney General to enforce the provisions; to provide for private rights of action; to provide for damages and remedies; to provide for equitable and injunctive relief; to provide for joinder; to provide for joint and several liability; to provide for construction; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative purpose; to provide for legislative findings; 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 Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to employment and training of peace officers, so as to prohibit individuals who have been members of hate groups from serving in law enforcement and the organized militia under certain circumstances; to provide for definitions; to provide for enforcement and screening; to provide for appeals; to provide for public reporting; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the governing authority of Augusta-Richmond County to levy an excise tax pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 48-13-51 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the assessment and collection of a technology fee by the Probate Court of Richmond County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for the termination of such technology fee and dedication of residual funds; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Augusta-Richmond County ad valorem taxes for consolidated government purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the adjusted base year assessed value of such homestead; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 901) adopted by the House of Representatives on March 31, 2025. It formally commends AJ Calloway for his career as a journalist, television host (including co-hosting BET's 106 & Park and EXTRA), and community advocate. The resolution highlights his work as CEO of a consulting firm, leadership in media production focused on African American stories, and roles in education and mental health advocacy. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is solely a gesture of recognition for his professional and civic contributions.

Maddy summaryHR 904 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the House of Representatives to formally honor Patrick Muhammad. It recognizes his work as a homesteading leader, founder of Your Faith Farms, and principal of Chattahoochee Hills Charter School, highlighting his efforts to empower 30+ families through farming, his agricultural education programs, viral sustainability content, and media features. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply directs the House Clerk to provide Muhammad with a copy of the resolution as a symbolic gesture. It was adopted by the House on March 31, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 898), not a substantive legislative bill. It honors Nina Packer for her career in nonprofit leadership, education, and entertainment, specifically recognizing her work developing career programs for young professionals in media (like the Warner Bros. Discovery: Future Leaders Institute), expanding HBCU music programs, and founding foundations supporting BIPOC professionals. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply formally recognizes her contributions through a House resolution adopted on March 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 720) formally commends Alfonzo Williams, Sheriff of Burke County, for his 35+ years of law enforcement service, including his historic roles as Burke County's first African American Sheriff and Waynesboro Police Chief. It recognizes his leadership, community service, and numerous awards like "Officer of the Year." The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial expression of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. It directly affects Sheriff Williams by publicly honoring his career.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing Dr. Giovanni Shumake for his community service in Georgia. It formally commends him for his roles as a Millen city councilman, leadership positions in Jenkins County committees, and advocacy work with organizations like the Bulloch County NAACP and Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation through a formal written commendation to be delivered to Dr. Shumake.