Rep. Jesse Petrea

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 13 of Chapter 2 of Title 26 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to food service establishments, so as to require notification of the country of origin of seafood items; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL To be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to designate the marsh tacky horse as the official Georgia heritage horse breed; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Representative Carl Gilliard for his public service and leadership in the Georgia House of Representatives. It directly affects Representative Gilliard by honoring his retirement after four terms and celebrating his contributions to the state. The resolution highlights his legislative achievements, community work, and role as chairman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus without proposing new laws or policies.

A RESOLUTION creating the House Study Committee on Comprehensive Services and Long-term Outcomes for Individuals with Disabilities; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits relative to income taxes, so as to provide for various tax credits for forestry manufacturing facilities; to provide for transfer of tax credits and conditions; to provide for reporting; to provide for effective dates and automatic repeals; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Buy Local Savannah for its enduring commitment to strengthening independent businesses and preserving the unique character and economic vitality of Savannah and Chatham County; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 15 of Chapter 6 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to serious traffic offenses, so as to require restitution for certain convictions of homicide by vehicle when operating such vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs; to provide for standards for such award amount; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 resolution honors Jesse and Emily Cole, the founders of the Savannah Bananas baseball team, and their nonprofit Bananas Foster. It recognizes their work in using their sports platform to raise awareness about foster care needs in Georgia and across the United States. The bill directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to the Cole family and their organizations. This is a commemorative measure that acknowledges their achievements rather than creating new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 34-9-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to applicability of workers' compensation to employers and employees generally, so as to provide that the chapter shall not apply to employees of an employer covered by and providing coverage under the federal Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, 33 U.S.C. Section 901, et seq., as amended, and its extensions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.