A RESOLUTION commending the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. and the 100 Black Men of America Inc. and recognizing March 25, 2025, as their Joint Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 607 is a non-binding resolution congratulating St. Joseph's Hospital in Savannah, Georgia, on its 150th anniversary. It recognizes the hospital's founding in 1875 by the Sisters of Mercy and its long-standing role as a community-focused healthcare provider serving Southeast Georgia. The resolution formally honors the hospital's history of medical care, community outreach programs (like the Good Samaritan Clinic), and its affiliation with Candler Hospital. This symbolic gesture has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative support for the hospital's anniversary.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 609), not a law. It formally recognizes March 20, 2025, as "Out The Trap Day" at Georgia's state capitol. The resolution honors specific community leaders (including Anthony "Young Marley" Reed and others listed) for their work supporting survivors of trafficking and systemic barriers. It expresses the Georgia House's support for the initiative's goals of harm reduction, rehabilitation, and economic empowerment, but does not create new policies or obligations.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 539) names a specific bridge in Chatham County, Georgia - the structure at the intersection of Interstate 95/State Route 405 and State Route 204/Fort Argyle Road - as the "Nolan S. Smith, Jr. Bridge." It directs Georgia’s Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for the bridge dedication. The bill is purely commemorative, honoring Nolan S. Smith, Jr., a University of Georgia football standout and NFL player, with no policy changes or direct impacts on citizens beyond the bridge naming.
A RESOLUTION urging the Congress of the United States to adopt legislation requiring the Medicare program to provide for lifelong coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for liver, heart, and lung transplant recipients; and for other purposes.
A BILL To be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state-wide alert system for missing disabled adults, so as to provide for the "Autism Missing Person Alert System Act"; to provide for certain entities to cooperate in the development of the alert system; to provide for requirements for the alert system; to provide for requirements for the activation of the alert system; to provide for the geographic scope of such alert; to provide for an emphasis on the search of waterways in locating missing individuals with autism spectrum disorder; to provide for a limitation on liability for participants responding to the alert system; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for conforming changes; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 524 is a symbolic resolution recognizing "Kumbaya" (originally "Come by Here") as the Gullah Geechee Anthem, honoring its cultural significance to the Gullah Geechee people of the Sea Islands. The resolution highlights the song's origins in Georgia, its 1926 preservation in the Gullah dialect, and its role as Georgia's first state historical song. It formally acknowledges the Gullah Geechee community's contributions to American folk music and cultural heritage without creating new laws or obligations. As a non-binding resolution, it serves solely to recognize historical and cultural importance, not to alter policies or affect specific individuals.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring the members of the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee, Chairman Timothy P. Mahoney, and the Grand Marshal of the 2025 St. Patrick's Day Parade, James G. (Jay) Burke III, on the upcoming occasion of the 2025 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah, Georgia; and for other purposes.
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 (HR 482) honors the life and memory of Esther Perkins-Frazier, a Savannah, Georgia resident who passed away on January 14, 2025. It recognizes her contributions as a kindergarten teacher, radio professional, Gospel music advocate, and founder of the Share the Harvest Community Food Pantry. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to her family and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to her family. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or legislative changes.
