Rep. Carolyn Hugley

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal House resolution honoring Nellie Dunaway Duke, a longtime Georgia advocate for women's rights and community service, following her death on January 28, 2025. It recognizes her roles as chair of the Georgia Commission on Women, her efforts to advance the Equal Rights Amendment, and her decades of work with organizations like the American Cancer Society and First Methodist Church. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to her family and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to her relatives. As a commemorative measure with no policy changes, it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to her legacy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 39 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to minors, so as to provide for the creation of the Georgia Baby Bond Savings Plan; to provide for the administration of such plan; to provide for a board of directors; to authorize the board of directors to invest plan funds; to provide for the creation of a fund in the state treasury; to provide the authority for establishing a comprehensive investment plan; to provide for furnishing annual financial statements to savings trust account owners; to provide for eligibility requirements for the plan; to authorize the General Assembly to contribute to the plan; to provide for minimum contributions by the General Assembly to the plan; 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 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to public assistance, so as to establish the PeachCare for Adults Program; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for submission of federal waiver requests; to provide for requirements; to provide for providers; to provide for administration of the program; to provide for rules and regulations; 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 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to provide for a pilot program to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for doula care for pregnant Medicaid recipients; to provide for reimbursement; to provide for doula qualifications; to provide for a report; to provide for termination of the pilot project and automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for contingent effectiveness upon appropriation of funds; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Urban League of Greater Atlanta Young Professionals and the Urban League of the River Valley Young Professionals; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution (HR 188) recognizing the NAACP National Office on its 116th anniversary. It formally commends the organization for its historical work in advancing racial justice, equality, and community advocacy since its founding in 1909. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or communities - it is purely a symbolic gesture adopted by the House of Representatives. No new laws, funding, or obligations are created.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 187) adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 5, 2025. It formally recognizes Reverend Corey J. Neal for completing 17 years as senior pastor of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. The resolution commends his ministry, community programs, and leadership roles within the church and broader organizations. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it has no effect on laws, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 172 is a symbolic resolution recognizing February 7, 2025, as "Wear Red Day" to highlight cardiovascular disease as a critical health threat to women. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" campaign, which addresses awareness gaps and health disparities related to women's heart health. The resolution cites statistics showing heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, including maternal deaths and higher stroke mortality rates, but it only serves to recognize the day publicly. This resolution affects no specific group through policy changes - it solely aims to raise awareness through official acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law with policy changes), designating January 28, 2025, as "Physical Therapy Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It symbolically recognizes the American Physical Therapy Association of Georgia and its over 10,000 members for promoting physical therapy services that improve mobility and health for Georgians. The resolution honors their work in maintaining high professional standards and advocating for better access to physical therapy care. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations; it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 154) formally commends Morehouse School of Medicine on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the institution's founding in 1978, its growth into an independent medical school, and its role in graduating over 1,800 physicians - particularly those serving underserved communities in Georgia. The resolution has no policy or funding impact; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the school's historical contributions to healthcare education.