Rep. Carolyn Hugley

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by law for the creation of the Georgia's Children First Trust Fund; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) that formally recognizes the Georgia Beverage Association for its recycling initiatives. It specifically commends the Association's "Made to be Remade" program, which focuses on education, infrastructure improvements, and creating 100% recyclable beverage containers. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or requirements - it is a non-binding expression of support. It directly affects the Georgia Beverage Association by honoring their efforts, with no impact on state regulations or the public.

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.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating Reverend Hermon Scott for over 20 years of dedicated service as President of the Liberty County Emancipation Proclamation Committee; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that members of the General Assembly elected in 2028 and thereafter shall serve four-year terms of office; to provide that members of the General Assembly elected in the 2026 general election shall serve two-year terms of office; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Corie Greenblatt for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a symbolic resolution commending Reign Over Cancer Inc., a Georgia nonprofit founded by breast cancer survivor Reign Stevens. It recognizes the organization’s work supporting cancer survivors and "silent survivors" (children of cancer patients) through community partnerships, awareness efforts, and programs like providing Christmas gifts. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia House’s formal recognition of the organization’s contributions. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any individuals or entities beyond the symbolic acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically honors Delta Air Lines for reaching its 100th anniversary (founded March 2, 1925, as Huff Daland Dusters, now a major airline with 100,000 employees). It recognizes Delta's historical ties to Georgia - including employing 36,000 Georgians, operating Atlanta as its hub, and connecting 7 Georgia cities - without creating new laws or policies. The bill is purely commemorative, with no concrete policy changes or financial impact. It was unanimously adopted by the House on February 26, 2025, as a ceremonial gesture.