Rep. David Jenkins

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to obstruction of public administration and related offenses, so as to create the felony offense of obstruction of a law enforcement officer with a motor vehicle; to provide for punishment; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to disabled veterans and blind persons engaging in peddling, operating businesses, or practicing professions, so as to clarify certain veterans' eligibility for exemption with regard to payment of occupation taxes, administrative fees, and regulatory fees; to provide a definition of "armed conflict" consistent with current federal law; to provide for armed conflicts to be equivalent to periods of war with regard to certain exemptions; to provide for certain procedures; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates Tyler and Jessica Eck on the birth of their daughter, Fallon Georgeanna Eck. It recognizes the newborn's arrival on July 1, 2025, and acknowledges the parents as outstanding citizens of Georgia. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the family as a keepsake. This type of legislation does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official record of celebration within the legislative body.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the intersection of State Route 54 and Tyrone Road in Fayette County as the Marvin R. Adams Memorial Intersection to honor the life and service of Mr. Marvin R. Adams. It authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication and directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to Adams' family and the Department of Transportation. The legislation recognizes Adams' long-term contributions to Fayette County leadership, including his role in establishing the Zoning Department and his family's farm that served the community for over 50 years. This is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to formally acknowledge Adams' legacy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 17 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to transfer-on-death deeds, so as to modify certain provisions regarding transfer-on-death deeds; to provide for a definition; to provide for the acceptance of a real estate transfer; to provide for revocation; to provide for limitations; to provide for curing defects; to amend Chapter 3 of Title 53 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to year's support, so as to provide for precedence of transfer-on-death deeds; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally honors Georgia's retirees and the Georgia State Retirees Association (GSRA), a nonprofit organization that advocates for over 50,000 active and retired state employees and educators. The resolution recognizes the GSRA's work in promoting education and supporting retirement and health care benefits for state workers, while acknowledging the dedicated service of thousands of individuals who have enriched the state. It directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to the association as a gesture of appreciation. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic commendation of the association's efforts and the contributions of Georgia's retired public servants.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing the Georgia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol for its volunteer service to Georgia citizens. It honors their roles in emergency response, disaster relief (including hurricane support for Helene and Milton), aerospace education, and cadet programs, noting their 2024 volunteer value exceeded $7.6 million. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for CAP volunteers' contributions. It was formally adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives in 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 12 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of airline companies, so as to require that at least 50 percent of revenues collected from a local tax jurisdiction's levy of ad valorem taxes on such tax jurisdiction's apportionment of aircraft by the commissioner be dedicated to the maintenance and operations of airports within the tax jurisdiction; to provide for a definition; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) recognizing February 25, 2026, as "Georgia Airports Association Day." It honors the Georgia Airports Association, which supports the state's 103 public airports (95 general aviation + 8 commercial) that contribute $73.7 billion annually to Georgia's economy and support over 450,000 jobs. The resolution has no policy changes or funding; it merely directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the association. It is a ceremonial recognition of the association's role in supporting Georgia's airport infrastructure.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1399), not a substantive bill. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences upon the passing of Dr. Danny Ray Allen on October 27, 2025. The resolution honors his life, highlighting his military service (U.S. Army, 1972-1988), religious leadership, community work in Georgia and Ghana, authorship of books, and dedication to family. It has no policy impact; it simply directs the House Clerk to share a copy with his family as a symbolic gesture of respect.