Rep. Matthew Gambill

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1234) recognizes March 17, 2026, as "Profound Autism Day" to highlight the needs of individuals with profound autism. It directly affects people with profound autism - those requiring 24/7 care, often with severe intellectual disabilities or minimal language skills - who are frequently excluded from support programs. The resolution cites CDC data showing 26.7% of 8-year-old autistic children have profound autism, noting they are more likely to be female, from minority groups, or have additional health challenges. As a symbolic measure, it does not create new policies or funding but aims to raise awareness about their unique needs. The House adopted this resolution on February 4, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapters 6 and 34 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to unfair trade practices and motor vehicle accident reparations, respectively, so as to provide for claims processing for repairs under motor vehicle liability insurance policies; to provide for unfair claims settlement practices; to provide for the selection of a repair facility; to provide for payment for repairs; to provide for certain disclosures and notifications; to provide for original equipment manufacturer repair procedures; to provide for supplemental estimates; to provide for timely claims processing; to provide for written explanations; to provide for definitions; to provide for private causes of action; 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 Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education, so as to revise provisions relating to standardized college admissions tests, to include the Classic Learning Test (CLT) among tests such as the SAT and ACT; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1175 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week at the state capitol. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the significance of congenital heart defects - highlighting their prevalence as a leading birth defect and cause of related deaths. The resolution directs the House Clerk to share copies with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Kids at Heart program. This is purely symbolic, with no direct impact on healthcare mandates, funding, or screening requirements.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding health, so as to prohibit certain healthcare providers and facilities from discriminating against potential organ transplant recipients due solely to the vaccine status of the potential recipient; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mike Dunham on his outstanding career with the Associated General Contractors of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Ms. Shantelle Grant on the occasion of her selection as the 2025 Georgia Public Library Employee of the Year; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis symbolic resolution (HR 1145) encourages Georgia to deepen ties with Taiwan through concrete actions. It urges Georgia to establish a trade office in Taiwan (following 23 other states and Guam), organize trade delegations, and sign an education exchange agreement. The resolution also supports Taiwan's participation in international organizations like WHO and promotes cultural events, such as Taiwanese American Heritage Week. It does not create new laws but formally recognizes Taiwan's economic partnership with Georgia (where Taiwan ranked as Georgia's 15th largest import market in 2024) and shared democratic values with the U.S.

Maddy summaryHR 1130 is a formal resolution commending the Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter in Cartersville, Georgia, for its 30 years of providing shelter and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The resolution recognizes the shelter's founding in 1996 and its growth from a small facility to operating two emergency shelters and over 10 transitional housing units for families and children. It does not create new policies or alter existing laws, but instead formally acknowledges the organization's contributions to the community through a ceremonial gesture.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February as Career and Technical Education Month and February 4, 2026, as Georgia Career and Technical Student Organizations Day at the State Capitol; and for other purposes.