Rep. Angie O'Steen

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation and construction of hospitals and other health care facilities, so as to provide requirements for nurse staffing in hospitals; to provide for definitions; to require a written nurse services staffing plan; to provide for an official nurse services staffing plan; to provide for the establishment of nurse staffing committees; to provide for annual reports of staffing information to the Department of Community Health; to provide for anonymous reports and investigations of unsafe staffing conditions; to establish an advisory commission; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally recognizes and commends Kaitlyn Butler Marchant for her service as Georgia's first female State FFA Advisor (appointed in 2025) and her leadership in agricultural education. The resolution highlights her awards, including the 2024 Georgia Farm Bureau State Excellence in Agriculture Winner, and her community involvement. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it simply expresses the House's appreciation and will send a copy to Ms. Marchant.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 11, 2026, as "Nurses Day" at Georgia's state capitol. It honors Georgia's over 170,000 registered nurses for their critical role in healthcare, including hospital and outpatient care, as well as their growing importance due to an aging population and healthcare demand. The resolution has no policy changes or funding; it simply commends nurses' contributions and directs the House Clerk to distribute copies to the public and press. As a non-binding recognition, it directly affects Georgia nurses by formally acknowledging their work through the state government.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 24, 2026, as "Georgia Commission on Women Champions for Change Day" at the state capitol. It honors specific individuals - Representative Lydia Glaize, Chief Jay Parrish, Dr. Delphia Young, Ela Lena, Kim Jones, and Representative Alan Powell - for their community contributions in healthcare, education, anti-human trafficking, and leadership. The resolution is purely ceremonial, recognizing these honorees' work without creating new laws or affecting policies. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 24, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) designating March 3, 2026, as "Georgia Peanut Day" at the state capitol. It formally commends the Georgia peanut industry for its economic contributions, citing its role as the nation's top producer (51% of U.S. peanuts in 2025) and its $2 billion impact on Georgia's economy. The resolution has no binding policy changes or funding provisions - it solely recognizes the industry through a symbolic day at the capitol. It directly affects the Georgia peanut industry by honoring its economic significance through official state acknowledgment. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 19, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 6 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding aviation, so as to prohibit the launch or intentional landing of unmanned aircraft systems from or on agricultural land; to provide for penalties; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 18, 2026, as Community Health Centers Day and commending the Georgia Primary Care Association; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors Brewton-Parker Christian University for its 120-year history, Georgia Baptist heritage, and service to students and communities across Georgia. It recognizes the institution's transition to university status (effective July 1, 2025) and commends Dr. Steven F. Echols for his leadership in guiding its growth and renewal. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses legislative recognition of the university’s contributions. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 18, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 31-8-9.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to eligibility to receive tax credits, so as to revise the definition of "rural hospital organization"; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 1A of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to the Department of Early Care and Learning, so as to require child care learning centers to carry certain amounts of liability insurance coverage and to provide proof of such coverage; to provide for penalties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.