Rep. Matthew Gambill

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Katherine Jones, a teacher at Excel Christian Academy recognized as the 2026 STAR Teacher. It formally acknowledges her contributions to education and expresses appreciation for her work in the teaching profession. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the commendation to Katherine Jones for distribution. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official recognition of her achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Tatum Turner as Excel Christian Academy's 2026 STAR Student. The resolution highlights her academic achievements, noting she earned the highest SAT score and ranked in the top 10 percent of her class, and acknowledges that she selected educator Katherine Jones as her STAR Teacher. The document formally thanks Turner for her academic excellence and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to her. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly honor a student's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Jack Johnson, a student at Cartersville High School, for being selected as the school's 2026 STAR Student. The resolution recognizes Johnson for achieving the highest score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test and ranking in the top 10 percent of his class, which are the requirements for the STAR Student designation. It also acknowledges Melissa Moore, an educator chosen by Johnson as the STAR Teacher for her support and guidance throughout his high school career. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for Johnson's academic accomplishments and directs the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the commendation to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Thomas "Tommy's" Barber Shop in Buckhead, Georgia, for its 66th anniversary and contributions to the community. The resolution highlights the shop's long history since 1959, its service to notable figures, and its unique achievement of receiving four commemorative Coca-Cola bottles. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the barbershop as an official acknowledgment of their accomplishments.

A BILL To be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions, so as to require that licensed general hospitals and birthing centers make available a water safety education video to parents or guardians of newborn infants; to provide for a form; to provide for department duties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill dedicates a bridge on State Route 20 over Ty Ty Creek at the Worth-Tift County line as the Bryce Johnson Memorial Bridge in honor of Mr. Bryce Alan Johnson. The legislation recognizes Johnson's life achievements, including his education, legal career, and service as solicitor-general of Worth County and district attorney of the Tifton Judicial Circuit. It authorizes the Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs for the memorial bridge and directs the Clerk of the House to provide copies of the resolution to Johnson's family and the Department of Transportation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that honors the life and legacy of Reverend Lucious H. Edmondson, III, a community leader and chaplain who passed away in March 2026. It recognizes his decades of service as a jail chaplain in Henry County and his founding of Team Jesus Ministries, which expanded to include various outreach programs. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to faith, service, and mentorship, and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee for its work in preparing Georgia to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It highlights the committee's efforts in coordinating with various partners, including the Atlanta Sports Council and local businesses, to organize the event and support community initiatives like youth soccer programs. The resolution acknowledges the financial and logistical investments made to ensure the event's success, including infrastructure improvements and public safety measures. Ultimately, the bill serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives for the committee's contributions to this major international sporting event.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 10, 2026, as Qcells Day to recognize the solar manufacturer's significant investments in Georgia. It highlights Qcells' role in building domestic solar production facilities, including a major expansion in Cartersville that will create thousands of jobs and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of the company's economic contributions to the state rather than enacting new laws or regulations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 20, 45, and 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education, public officers and employees, and state government, respectively, so as to transfer responsibility for the operation of the Georgia Capitol Museum from the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia to the Georgia Building Authority; to provide for the transfer of agreements, property, employees, and appropriated funds to the Georgia Building Authority; to authorize the Georgia Building Authority to take certain actions pursuant to such transfer; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.