Rep. Mack Jackson

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 12-3-58 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to powers, duties, and authority of the Department of Community Affairs and historic preservation grant program, so as to ensure that Rosenwald Schools are treated as historic properties for the purpose of the historic preservation grant program and historic preservation grant fund; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1429) adopted by the House of Representatives to honor Mrs. Marthelle Powell on her 95th birthday. It recognizes her lifelong service as a church organist/pianist, her 67-year marriage, and her role as a family matriarch. The resolution formally celebrates her life and extends well-wishes for her health and happiness, with a copy to be delivered to her. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or affected parties, it does not create legal obligations or alter government programs.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 18, 2026, as Community Health Centers Day and commending the Georgia Primary Care Association; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring George and Sally Lauderdale, a Georgia couple known for decades of religious, educational, and community service. The resolution recognizes their 67-year marriage, Reverend Lauderdale's ministry and radio work in the Philippines, Sally's role as a community leader and educator, and their global mission efforts. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' tribute to their legacy. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 6, 2026, and directs the Clerk to share a copy with their family.

A RESOLUTION honoring the 1966 Perry High School basketball team on the 60th anniversary of winning the Class A State Championship; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 3 of Chapter 6 of Title 32 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state highway system, so as to provide for the establishment of and purpose for the Happy Highways Grant Program; to provide for the allocation of grant awards under such program; to provide for grant criteria and application process; to authorize the erection of up to two murals along the state highway system within each county; to authorize any signs containing such murals to be erected within 660 feet of the nearest edge of the right of way; to provide a definition; to provide for contingent effectiveness and automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to require the adoption of written policies for conducting vehicular pursuits by law enforcement officers in residential areas; to require the establishment of pursuit review committees; to provide for duties and authority of such committees; to provide for annual reporting; to provide for training; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1073 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize and commend Shirley Diamond, an Atlanta-based singer known for her work in rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, and gospel music. The resolution highlights her contributions to Georgia's music scene, her performances at venues like the Tabernacle, and her artistic influence. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies or individuals - it is purely a symbolic honor. The resolution was adopted by the House on January 27, 2026, and will be distributed to Shirley Diamond.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to physicians, assistants, and others, so as to expand certain advanced practice registered nurse and physician assistant prescriptive authorizations; to provide for a definition; to increase certain prescriptive authorizations from five-day to 30 day supplies; to remove certain prohibitions on writing prescriptions for minors; to provide for certain prescriptive authorization to order stimulants; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution recognizes R&B and jazz vocalist Toni Redd for her musical career and achievements, including her international debut album, awards (such as the Black Women in Jazz Award), and performances at events like the Atlanta Jazz Festival. It does not create legal obligations or policy changes but formally commends her contributions to music. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives on January 27, 2026, and includes a copy to be delivered to Ms. Redd.