Rep. Trey Kelley

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends 14 Georgia cities and counties (including Brookhaven, Gainesville, Gwinnett County, and Sugar Hill) for achieving "Georgia PlanFirst" status through exemplary community planning efforts. It formally recognizes these communities for their dedication to comprehensive planning under Georgia's planning framework, aligning with the 36th anniversary of the Georgia Planning Act. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it solely serves as a ceremonial honor to acknowledge their planning accomplishments. It does not create new laws or obligations for the honored entities or the state.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize Georgia State University's achievements. It commends the university for its rankings in teaching and innovation, student success metrics, research investments, and economic impact, without creating any new laws or obligations. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for the university's contributions but has no direct effect on policy or funding. It was adopted by the House on February 12, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) designating March 10, 2026, as "Georgia Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Day" at the state capitol. It symbolically recognizes over 200,000 Georgians living with limb loss or difference and highlights challenges in accessing affordable prosthetic/orthotic care. The resolution does not change insurance coverage or funding - it solely honors these individuals and their advocacy through a formal state acknowledgment. It was passed unanimously by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 11, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sales and use taxes, so as to provide for a new special purpose local option sales tax dedicated to certain healthcare purposes; to provide for definitions; to provide for authorization of tax and applicability; to provide for accountability and the withholding of funds by the state; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies, so as to create the Georgia-Ireland Trade Commission; to provide for members and purpose of the commission; to provide for annual reporting; to create a fund for commission expenses; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. The Georgia House of Representatives passed HR 1284 to formally honor and commend Spectrum News Georgia for its launch and commitment to local journalism. The resolution recognizes the network's 24/7 coverage of Georgia communities, its investment in neighborhood-focused content, and its role in supporting informed public engagement. It does not create new laws or affect any regulations; it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 1277 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the 52nd anniversary of the Consulate-General of Japan in Atlanta. It highlights Georgia's strong cultural, economic, and political ties with Japan, including $8.33 billion in trade, 700+ Japanese-affiliated offices employing 40,000 people, and sister-city relationships across the state. The resolution formally commends the consulate's efforts to strengthen Georgia-Japan relations and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the consulate. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 1260 is a non-binding resolution recognizing Impiricus, a Georgia-based health-tech startup named by Deloitte as the U.S.'s fastest-growing company. It commends Impiricus for developing an AI platform that helps pharmaceutical companies share healthcare resources with providers and offers free clinical tools - including translation, prior-authorization help, and e-prescribing - to doctors, nurses, and dentists, especially in rural areas. The resolution does not create new laws or obligations; it is purely ceremonial, extending formal recognition and best wishes to the company. This resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 5, 2026.

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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-771 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to immunization of students, so as to require schools and child care facilities to provide information regarding immunization requirements and exemptions from such requirements to parents and guardians; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.