Rep. Carmen Rice

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 31 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., the "Charter Schools Act of 1998," so as to enact the "Local Charter School Authorization and Support Act of 2025"; to provide for the State Charter Schools Commission to establish a program for the purposes of promoting and supporting the approval of new local charter school petitions by local boards of education and to provide incentive grants to local boards of education that approve new local charter school petitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 111 is a House resolution commending interfaith organizations and volunteers for their efforts in disaster cleanup. It formally recognizes their contributions to community recovery after disasters but does not create new laws or funding. The resolution was adopted by the House on January 29, 2025, as a symbolic gesture of appreciation. It directly affects the named groups and volunteers by publicly honoring their work. This is a procedural resolution with no binding policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 76) formally recognizes and commends Joey Gibbs, a Harris County High School senior who has excelled in SkillsUSA plumbing competitions for four years, including winning national placements and earning job offers. It directly honors Gibbs for his dedication to the plumbing trade, with no policy changes or financial impact. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on January 28, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide Gibbs with a copy. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect beyond symbolic recognition.