Rep. Robert Dickey

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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 217) formally congratulates the H. G. Yeomans III Family Trust for being named the 2024 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year by the Georgia Forestry Association. It honors their sustainable forest management practices, including longleaf pine restoration, wildlife habitat preservation, and accessible recreational features on their 2,300-acre family-owned property. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply extends recognition and best wishes through a ceremonial House of Representatives resolution. The Yeomans family, operating Yeomans Wood and Timber, was recognized for stewardship supporting wildlife, water conservation, and community access.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Macon Violence Prevention Program for it impactful efforts in reducing violent crime in Macon-Bibb County and commending its community-wide collaboration and innovative approach to violence prevention; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 181 is a resolution recognizing February 10, 2025, as "Georgia Hearing Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It aims to raise public awareness about hearing health by encouraging Georgians to protect their hearing and seek regular check-ups from licensed professionals like audiologists or hearing aid specialists. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funds but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote early detection and management of hearing loss, referencing statistics on hearing loss impacts and low hearing aid adoption rates. It was unanimously passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 5, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to ad valorem taxation of property, so as to provide for an extension of preferential assessment periods for certain historic properties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 75), not a substantive bill. It formally honors Phillip Benson Ham Sr., a former Georgia state representative, lawyer, and community leader who died on January 11, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' "deepest and most sincere regret" at his passing and recognizes his decades of service, including his work on education reform, economic development, and desegregation in Monroe County. The only concrete action is authorizing the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family. It has no legal effect or policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the Georgia FFA Association and designates February 18, 2025, as "FFA Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It recognizes the association’s role in agricultural education, noting its status as the nation’s third-largest state FFA with over 81,000 members preparing youth for 300+ agricultural careers. The resolution has no binding legal effect - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative support through formal recognition. It directly affects the Georgia FFA Association by celebrating its contributions to youth leadership and agricultural education.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Georgia Electric Membership Corporation on 85 years of service and recognizing February 10, 2025, as Georgia EMC Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 11, 2025, as "Georgia Farm Bureau Federation Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation for its 88-year history (since 1937) as a representative organization for Georgia agriculture, noting its growth to over 235,000 member farmers across 158 county chapters. The resolution honors the organization's role in advocating for agriculture and its service through affiliated companies. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation or individuals.

A RESOLUTION commending the University of Georgia 4-H Program, Kingston Ryals, Melanie Biersmith, and the 2024-2025 4-H Leadership Teams and recognizing February 25, 2025, as 4-H Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.