Rep. Jon Burns

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 26, 2026, as "Dale Murphy Day" in Georgia to honor the former Atlanta Braves outfielder. It recognizes his 18-year baseball career (including 14 years with the Braves), seven-time All-Star status, charitable work, and community impact, without creating any new laws or affecting individuals' rights. The resolution is purely commemorative and procedural, with no policy changes or financial implications.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 15 and 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the courts and domestic relations, respectively, so as to revise the definition of legal father; to amend Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health, so as to require that licensed general hospitals and birthing centers make available a petition for legitimation education video to parents or guardians of newborn infants; to provide that a putative father may indicate on a certificate of birth that he has submitted to genetic testing to establish paternity of a child born out of wedlock; to amend Title 53 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to wills, trusts, and administration of estates, so as to provide for inheritance by legitimation in certain circumstances; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to generation and distribution of electricity generally, so as to require electric utilities to protect residential and retail electricity customers from costs associated with data center construction and operation; to require certain contract terms and conditions; to provide for an applicability date; to provide for enforcement; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1380) is a ceremonial recognition of Statesboro-Bulloch County, Georgia, designating February 18, 2026, as "Statesboro-Bulloch County Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It honors the community's history, institutions like Georgia Southern University and Ogeechee Technical College, and local organizations such as BEACON. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it solely serves to publicly commend the county's contributions to Georgia. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect legislation or direct stakeholders.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends the Georgia Building Authority team, including Gerald Pilgrim and David Goodhead, for restoring the Georgia State Capitol building. It recognizes their work preserving the Capitol's original architecture and historical features, such as its Carnegie steel framework, while making it functional for modern government use. The resolution expresses the House's gratitude for their efforts to balance historical preservation with current needs. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending Herbert Hodges, owner of Hodges Tree Farm, for being named the 2025 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year by the Georgia Forestry Association. It honors his sustainable forest management practices that support wildlife, water conservation, and rural economies. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives, extends congratulations and best wishes but has no binding effect or impact on laws or regulations.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce, the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority, and their partners in conjunction with Effingham Day at the Capitol for exceptional leadership, collaboration, and economic impact in Effingham County; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring the late Georgia State Representative Bill Hembree, who served from 1992-2012 and passed away January 15, 2026. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences and commemorates his service, including his roles as Chairman of Higher Education and Rules Committee. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to his family. No policy changes or affected constituents are involved, as this is a formal tribute.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act making and providing appropriations for the State Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, known as the "General Appropriations Act," Act No. 73, approved May 9, 2025, 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 make and provide appropriations for the State Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027; to make and provide such 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.