Rep. Mitchell Scoggins

Maddy summaryHR 755 creates a House Study Committee to examine how electric franchise fees are assessed for unincorporated areas in Georgia. The committee, composed of 7 House members, 2 county commissioners, and 2 city officials, will study whether residents in unincorporated areas - currently paying franchise fees through utility bills to cities they don’t reside in - should have fees adjusted to better reflect their actual use of county rights-of-way. The committee must complete its study and issue recommendations by December 1, 2025, but the resolution itself does not change existing fee structures or laws. This is a procedural measure focused on research, not immediate policy action.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates October 9, 2025, as PANDAS Awareness Day at Georgia's state capitol to highlight pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders (PANDAS/PANS). It directly affects Georgia families and children with these conditions, which cause sudden OCD, anxiety, and behavioral changes in about 15,000 children statewide. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public awareness among parents, medical providers, and policymakers about these disorders and existing challenges like limited provider knowledge and insurance coverage gaps. It references ongoing efforts by organizations like SEPPA and Georgia's healthcare resources to improve diagnosis and treatment access. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 27, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Cherokee County school district ad valorem taxes for educational 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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 658) dedicates a specific segment of State Route 140 in Cherokee County, Georgia, as the "David Allen Donley Memorial Parkway." It directly affects Cherokee County residents and travelers by renaming the road section between Darnell Road and East Cherokee Drive. The resolution requires the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the new name. This is a commemorative act with no policy changes, solely honoring David Allen Donley's community contributions through road naming.

Maddy summaryHR 693 is a symbolic resolution recognizing March 17, 2025, as "Profound Autism Day" to highlight the unique needs of individuals with profound autism. It defines profound autism as a condition requiring 24/7 care due to severe intellectual disability or minimal communication skills, citing CDC data showing 26.7% of autistic 8-year-olds fall into this category. The resolution emphasizes that people with profound autism - often girls, from minority groups, or with additional health challenges - are frequently excluded from support programs. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new policies but aims to raise awareness and promote inclusion for this group and their caregivers.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution commending Dr. John "Johnny" Savage for his lifetime of service. It formally honors his career as a dentist, U.S. Navy Dental Corps veteran (including Antarctic service during Operation Deep Freeze), Georgia state representative, mentor (notably to the first Black male dental hygienist), and community leader. The resolution specifically recognizes his pro bono work, military service, political leadership, and personal acts of courage, such as saving a man from a sinking car. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to express the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation.

A RESOLUTION honoring the lives and legacy of Kelly Nelon Clark, Jason Clark, and Amber Nelon Kistler of The Nelons and commending Autumn Nelon Streetman; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2A of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to homestead option sales and use tax, so as to provide for an alternative homestead option sales tax; to provide for a distribution of the proceeds from the levy of an alternative homestead option sales and use tax; to provide for the levy of a special purpose local option sales and use tax in certain counties; to provide for a referendum; to provide for procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 5 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commercial drivers' licenses, so as to provide standards for liability of an employer or insurance provider for actions relating to a commercial vehicle driver; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 18 of Title 45, Chapter 4 of Title 49, and Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the employees' insurance and benefits plans, public assistance, and general provisions relative to state government, respectively, so as to prohibit coverage of expenses for any transition related intervention under the state health benefit plan or with any state funds; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.