Rep. Dale Washburn

A RESOLUTION commending the efforts of Communities In Schools of Central Georgia for their significant contributions to improving student attendance, student achievement, dropout prevention, and community partnerships in Central Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 1253), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Brianne Drake, the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS®, for her leadership and service in the real estate industry. The resolution highlights her awards, including REALTOR® of the Year (2011, 2018), her roles on national REALTORS® committees, and her community contributions. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to commend her achievements through a formal House resolution.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to tax exemptions, so as to provide an exemption from ad valorem taxation for education purposes of homesteads of qualified individuals who are 65 years of age or older; to specify certain terms, conditions, and procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide that falsifying information with regard to such exemption shall be unlawful; to provide for penalties; to provide for related matters; to provide for a referendum; to provide for effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 3 of Chapter 1 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to certification of motor carriers, so as to repeal the authority of the Department of Public Safety to establish reasonable rates, fares, and charges for transportation by motor carriers of household goods; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 1179) is a ceremonial House resolution recognizing the Community Associations Institute-Georgia Chapter for its work. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or entities financially. The resolution serves only as a formal expression of appreciation with no binding legal effect. It was adopted by the Georgia House on February 2, 2026, as part of routine recognition procedures.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-29.8 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to tax credits for the rehabilitation of historic structures, so as to revise expiration and transferability; to provide for reversion and reporting; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that the governing authority of any county or consolidated government shall be authorized to impose a sales and use tax in such county or consolidated government for the purpose of providing property tax relief in such county or consolidated government; to provide for conditions and limitations; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to water and sewer projects and costs tax, so as to revise the definition of the term "municipality"; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the Middle Georgia State University School of Aviation for its excellence in aerospace education, its record-breaking growth, and its vital role in fueling the aviation workforce of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the efforts of YKK AP America Inc. for their significant contributions to economic development, manufacturing innovation, and community partnerships in Middle Georgia; and for other purposes.