Rep. Matt Hatchett

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits, so as to provide for a tax credit for the purchase of an emergency power generator and related components to convenience stores and grocery stores; to provide for taxpayer certification of tax credits; to provide for sunsets of the tax credit and carry-forward period; to provide for applicability; to provide for pursuit of remedies; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act making and providing appropriations for the State Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2025, known as the "General Appropriations Act," Act No. 709, approved May 7, 2024, so as to make, provide, and change certain appropriations for the operation of the state government and its departments, boards, bureaus, commissions, institutions, and other agencies, for the university system, common schools, counties, municipalities, and political subdivisions, for all other governmental activities, projects, and undertakings authorized by law, and for all leases, contracts, agreements, and grants authorized by law; to provide for the control and administration of funds; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 24 of Title 33 and Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to insurance and the state employees' health insurance plan and post-employment health benefit fund, respectively, so as to require coverage for healthcare services for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infection (PANDAS) and pediatric acute onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) in accordance with nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines; to provide for definitions; to allow for deductibles; to prohibit special deductibles; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION honoring the work of Georgia's aerospace and defense industry and recognizing February 26, 2025, as Georgia Aerospace Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically honors Delta Air Lines for reaching its 100th anniversary (founded March 2, 1925, as Huff Daland Dusters, now a major airline with 100,000 employees). It recognizes Delta's historical ties to Georgia - including employing 36,000 Georgians, operating Atlanta as its hub, and connecting 7 Georgia cities - without creating new laws or policies. The bill is purely commemorative, with no concrete policy changes or financial impact. It was unanimously adopted by the House on February 26, 2025, as a ceremonial gesture.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Association of Georgia General Aviation Airports as an industry association for general aviation airports in the State of Georgia and its corporate affiliates; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 322) is a ceremonial expression of appreciation for the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia. It commends the Scouts for their community service and youth development work, noting their statewide presence with over 40,000 scouts. The resolution designates February 26, 2025, as "Scouts Day at the Capitol," encouraging state representatives to participate in events where Scouts learn about government and engage with lawmakers. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely symbolic recognition.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," so as to provide for a limitation on interchange fees charged by payment card networks for credit or debit card transactions at retailers; to provide requirements for payment card networks in relation to such interchange fees; to provide for a civil penalty; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 278 is a non-binding House resolution (not a substantive bill) congratulating Leo Mazzone on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. It formally recognizes his contributions as a former Atlanta Braves pitching coach, highlighting his role in mentoring Hall of Famers and leading the team to 14 consecutive division titles and the 1995 World Series. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House on February 18, 2025, extends "sincere best wishes" to Mazzone but does not create any legal obligations or affect policy. It directly affects only Mazzone, as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his sports legacy.

Maddy summaryHR 210 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Georgia Forestry Commission for its role as an emergency response agency. It recognizes the Commission's work since 1921, including responding to an average of 3,000 wildfires annually, assisting with prescribed burning, and supporting disaster responses like hurricanes and the pandemic. The resolution has no policy changes or funding provisions - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for the Commission's service to Georgia citizens and forest resources.