Rep. Tangie Herring

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 the expansion of Medicaid; to provide for definitions; to provide for appropriations; to authorize the Department of Community Health to submit a waiver request for a state plan amendment for the expansion of Medicaid; to provide for reporting; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative notification and approval; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to provide for an income tax deduction for certain health insurance premium payments by individuals; to provide for income based caps; to provide a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 for a state-wide homestead exemption for certain public service employees from ad valorem taxes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the base year 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 related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 1A of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to early care and learning, so as to establish a pilot program to expand Georgia's Pre-K Program to three-year-old children; to provide for annual reporting; to provide for legislative intent relating to funding for such program; to provide for automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by Georgia's House of Representatives. It formally recognizes and commends Eboni Hall, a Georgia-based beauty industry leader, entrepreneur, and community advocate, for her 16+ years of work as a cosmetologist, founder of Power Beauty Collection, and community service. The resolution honors her business achievements, collaborations with major brands, and impact on empowering women in Georgia. It has no policy changes or funding; it simply expresses the House's praise for her contributions.

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1129), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Penny L. Elkins for her appointment as Mercer University's 19th president (effective January 1, 2026). The resolution highlights her 30+ years in education, leadership in enrollment growth (including an 80% freshman enrollment increase), and her historic role as the first female president and first Mercer graduate to lead the university since 1979. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions - only words of praise and best wishes for her leadership. The House passed it unanimously on January 28, 2026, as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing the Vine Ingle Junior Boys All-Star Team, a 14-year-old baseball team from Georgia. The resolution celebrates their championship achievements, including winning the U.S. Junior League World Series and multiple regional/state titles over two seasons. It formally congratulates the team members and coaches for their "outstanding athletic ability and dedication" and authorizes sending a copy of the resolution to the team. As a purely symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.