A RESOLUTION commending Combat Boots 2 Boardroom for its dedication to empowering veterans and recognizing March 11, 2025, as Combat Boots 2 Boardroom Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Dr. William Nettles Wessinger following his death in February 2025, recognizing his military service as a U.S. Army Flight Surgeon, his 23-year medical career in Savannah (including roles at Orthopedic Associates and Memorial Health), and his community contributions. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to his family and commemorates his legacy as a respected surgeon and community member. The bill has no policy provisions or direct impact on laws or constituents - it is purely a ceremonial tribute.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 459) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 28, 2025. It formally recognizes and commends Matt Brinson for his 48-year career with Planters Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) and his community service in Jenkins County, Georgia. The resolution highlights his leadership at Planters EMC, roles on various energy cooperative boards, his 2014 Jenkins County Citizen of the Year award, and his family-owned restaurant. It does not create any new laws, policies, or obligations - its sole purpose is to express formal appreciation upon his retirement.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to control of water pollution and surface-water use, so as to require publicly owned treatment works to seek information from industrial users relating to the manufacture or use of PFAS; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for 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 Part 4 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to emergency telephone number 9-1-1 system, so as to provide for a $1.50 increase in the monthly 9-1-1 charge assessed by local governments; to provide for a $1.50 increase in the monthly wireless enhanced 9-1-1 charge assessed by local governments; to provide for a $1.50 increase in the prepaid 9-1-1 charge assessed by local governments; 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 is a ceremonial resolution (HR 423) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Ernestine Hunter on her 100th birthday. It recognizes her 42-year career teaching in Effingham County schools, including her work in a one-room schoolhouse serving Black students during a time when high school access was limited. The resolution formally congratulates her and extends "sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness." As a symbolic gesture, it does not create any new laws or policies affecting individuals or programs.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution (HR 349), not a policy bill. It formally commends Georgia Military College (GMC) on its 145th anniversary, recognizing its founding in 1879 and its role as a military college serving Georgia residents. The resolution highlights GMC's focus on accessibility, its military programs (including ROTC and a service academy prep program), and its service to students across Georgia through campuses and online offerings. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change policies - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition.
Maddy summaryThis is a House resolution (HR 313) commending Nolan Sental Smith Jr. for his athletic achievements and community leadership. It formally honors his journey as a University of Georgia football standout (two College Football Playoff National Championships), his selection by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2023 NFL Draft, and his work through the Nolan Smith Foundation supporting youth athletes. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 19, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide Smith with a copy. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policy.
A RESOLUTION recognizing February 10, 2025, as Effingham County Day at the capitol and saluting the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce; and for other purposes.
