Rep. Mack Jackson

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (HR 678), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Reverend Reginald B. Newman on his retirement as Senior Pastor of Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Riverdale, Georgia, where he served since 1992. The resolution commends his 30+ years of service, including founding a scholarship program and receiving community awards like the Atlanta Gospel Choice Award. It has no policy impact - only expressing the House's appreciation through a ceremonial resolution.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Elizabeth Cail Newsome Hammons, a Greensboro, Georgia community development leader who served over 18 years as main street manager and community development director. It recognizes her work revitalizing rural communities, securing millions in grant funding (including Community Development Block Grants and historic preservation projects), and managing city planning initiatives. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences following her passing on August 29, 2024, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to her family. As a commemorative measure, it has no policy impact or affected parties beyond symbolic recognition.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-86 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to special license plates promoting or supporting certain worthy agencies, funds, or nonprofit corporations with proceeds disbursed to the general fund and the agency, fund, or nonprofit corporation, so as to establish a specialty license plate honoring Southern University Alumni; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) recognizing the Georgia Teacher Leader Consortium (GTLC) for its work supporting educators. It commends the GTLC for increasing National Board Certified teachers in Georgia and ensuring all students access to accomplished educators, as highlighted by its leadership and collaborative efforts with legislators. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal acknowledgment through a House of Representatives statement.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Maddison Hendershot of the Georgia Transportation Alliance for her years of service and commitment to advancing transportation policy in Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Seth Millican of the Georgia Transportation Alliance for his years of service and commitment to advancing transportation policy in Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 20, 2025, as Community Health Centers Day and commending the Georgia Primary Care Association; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 268) formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Green Industry Association for its work representing Georgia's horticulture sector. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it symbolically honors the association's role as a statewide trade group for landscape professionals, nursery growers, and related businesses. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 13, 2025, and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the association. It affects no individuals or entities through legal requirements, as it is purely a ceremonial expression of support.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to provide for an income tax credit equal to 20 percent of the federal earned income tax credit; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a bill) expressing Georgia's support for HR 4052, which proposes creating a National Infrastructure Bank. It cites Georgia's infrastructure challenges - like $2.7 billion in wastewater needs, 31,000 lead service lines in Atlanta, and a shortage of 214,000 affordable housing units - to advocate for federal legislation that would fund infrastructure projects using existing Treasury debt (no new taxes/appropriations). The resolution urges Georgia's congressional delegation to support HR 4052 but does not create any new policies or funding itself.