A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act amending the several Acts relating to and incorporating the mayor and aldermen of the City of Savannah, so as to change the corporate limits of such municipality; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Ebonie Ward for her work as an entrepreneur and community leader. It highlights her achievements as the founder and CEO of 11th & Co., a management company that supports Black female talent in the music and entertainment industries, and her role in launching initiatives like the A Seat at the Table nonprofit scholarship fund. The resolution does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to Atlanta's creative community and her advocacy for equity in the entertainment sector.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that formally dedicates an intersection in Chatham County, Georgia, to honor Mary Davis, the original lead vocalist of the S.O.S. Band. The measure designates the intersection of State Route 204 and Tibet Avenue as the "Mary Davis 'S.O.S. Band' Intersection" and authorizes state transportation officials to install and maintain appropriate signage. The resolution recognizes Davis's musical contributions and the band's significant impact on soul and hip-hop music, citing their multi-platinum sales and numerous hit songs. This action serves as a public acknowledgment of Davis's legacy rather than implementing new regulatory or policy changes.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates the intersection of State Route 204 and Middleground Road in Chatham County as the Jimmy "Lord" Brown Intersection to honor the musician's contributions to American music. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication, recognizing Brown as a founding member and master horn player of the funk band Brick. By naming the intersection after him, the bill formally acknowledges his legacy as a saxophone, flute, trumpet, and trombone player whose brass-driven sound helped define funk and rhythm and blues. This measure is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to recognize cultural contributions through official naming.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific intersection at State Route 307 and State Route 25 in Chatham County as the Reverend Bennie R. Mitchell Jr. Memorial Intersection to honor his life and community service. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication, while also directing that copies of the resolution be provided to the Reverend's family. This measure serves as a commemorative resolution rather than a policy change, focusing on recognizing Reverend Mitchell's contributions to civil rights and community leadership in Savannah.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a recognition resolution that honors the National Council of Negro Women Inc. - Georgia State Coalition for its work in advancing equity and community development across Georgia. The resolution formally commends the organization for its long-standing contributions to voter education, health equity, and social justice initiatives, particularly highlighting its annual Day at the Capitol event that connects members with elected officials. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press, serving as an official acknowledgment of the coalition's civic engagement efforts rather than establishing new policy requirements.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Reverend Howard D. Harden, a pastor and community leader from Georgia who passed away on March 12, 2026. It formally recognizes his service as a pastor at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church and Spring Grove Baptist Church, his military service in the United States Army, and his contributions to his family and community. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' condolences to his family and authorizes the Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Reverend Harden's family.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific bridge in Chatham County as the Huxsie Scott Bridge in honor of the late jazz and blues artist. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs for the bridge, which is located on State Route 204 over the CSX railroad. The bill recognizes Ms. Scott's contributions to music in Savannah, noting her career as a vocalist and her various accolades. It is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but serves to formally acknowledge her legacy through a public dedication.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Morehouse Boxing Club for its achievements and contributions. It directly affects the Morehouse Boxing Club, a student organization at Morehouse College that promotes discipline, fitness, and mentorship among young people. The resolution highlights the club's historic milestone of becoming the first Historically Black College or University to win at the United States Intercollegiate Boxing Association National Tournament. It also acknowledges the club's mission to provide positive alternatives for youth through boxing and its efforts to secure scholarship opportunities for student athletes. The House of Representatives authorized the Clerk to distribute a copy of this resolution to the club.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Subpart 1 of Part 4 of Article 2 of Chapter 2 of Title 8 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions for manufactured or mobile homes, so as to provide for limited exceptions to circumstances under which a manufactured home shall become real property; to provide for preservation of rights and remedies of prior holders of a lien or security interest in certain manufactured homes; to provide for notice and application requirements; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
