Rep. Karlton Howard

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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dispossessory proceedings, so as to provide for a tenant seeking to limit public access to records of the court relating to dispossessory actions to be sealed under certain circumstances; to provide for exemptions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Mikayla Arciaga, Georgia advocacy director for IDRA (Intercultural Development Research Association), for her community work during Women's History Month. It recognizes her background as a former high school math teacher and swim coach, and her advocacy for inclusive classrooms and community engagement in state policymaking. The bill has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition with no new laws, funding, or requirements. (Procedural resolution; 2 sentences)

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a policy bill) formally recognizing Reverend Anthony Maurice Booker for his community leadership and service. It specifically honors his 23-year pastorate at New Hope Baptist Church in Harlem, his current role as pastor of Broadway Baptist Church in Augusta, and his work with organizations like the Baptist Ministers Conference and South Augusta Community Development Corporation. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a non-binding expression of commendation adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 25, 2025. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) designating April 26, 2025, as "Mr. Johnny C. Nimes Day." It honors Johnny C. Nimes, a Georgia educator and community leader known for his career in education administration, including roles at Paine College, Morehouse College, and other institutions. The resolution recognizes his lifelong dedication to education and community service through a formal day of recognition. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or programs.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 621) formally recognizes and commends the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club for its 60th Cotillion event. It honors the club's history since its founding in 1963, its expansion during school integration, and its ongoing work empowering young Black men and women through leadership development and community service. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the House's commendation and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to the club.