Rep. Teddy Reese

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 589) recognizing and commending Dr. Michelle Au, a Georgia State Representative and anesthesiologist. It formally praises her service in the Georgia General Assembly, her medical career, her advocacy on gun safety and children's health, and her recent assistance to a colleague's family during a medical emergency. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the House's appreciation for her public service. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) commending the Associate of St. Augustine Alumni-Atlanta (ASAAA) for its community service and support of St. Augustine's mission. It recognizes ASA AA's work organizing alumni events, fundraising for scholarships, and partnering with local organizations like schools and shelters. The resolution contains no new policy, funding, or legal requirements - it simply expresses the Georgia House's appreciation for the group's efforts. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on laws or regulations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Student Finance Authority, so as to establish a needs based financial aid program to award grants to eligible students who have not yet received their financial aid award so that such students can obtain the essential materials they need to begin classes; to provide a maximum award amount; to provide definitions; to provide for eligibility; to provide for applications; to provide for rules, regulations, and procedures; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee to examine Georgia's process for unmarried biological fathers to establish legal parental rights (known as "legitimation"). The committee will specifically study whether the current system is affordable and accessible, particularly for fathers with limited financial resources. The committee, composed of five House members, must complete its study and submit findings by December 1, 2025, but this resolution itself does not change any laws or directly affect any individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House resolution (not a law) commending Jack and Jill of America, Inc., an organization supporting African-American youth leadership development. It recognizes the group's 86-year history, 262 chapters, and work nurturing children ages 2-19 through leadership programs and community service. The resolution specifically acknowledges its Georgia chapters and leadership, including the Southeastern Region office. It does not create new policies, funding, or obligations - only formally expressing support for the organization's mission.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 435) is a ceremonial tribute honoring Judge John Allen, a distinguished Georgia jurist and civil rights advocate, following his passing. It formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to his family and recognizes his military service (including six Distinguished Flying Crosses), 26 years on the bench, civil rights activism, and community leadership. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 27, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is solely a symbolic gesture of remembrance.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 44 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to redevelopment powers, so as to authorize acquisition of property interests by municipal elected and appointed officials and employees in redevelopment areas with certain conditions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 44 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to redevelopment powers, so as to revise provisions related to prohibitions on employees holding interest in redevelopment activities and areas so as to limit such prohibition to employees whose job responsibilities are related to such activities or areas; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 380 is a ceremonial resolution honoring James and Patricia Gant for their retirement after decades of service with State Farm Insurance. It specifically recognizes James's 46-year career, including opening the first African American-owned State Farm agency in Columbus, Georgia, and Patricia's 41 years as his office manager. The resolution formally commends their service, character, and community contributions through a vote by the Georgia House of Representatives. As a non-binding commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on laws or regulations.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Reverend Dr. Michael Wayne Sherman Sr. on the occasion of his tenth pastoral anniversary; and for other purposes.