Rep. Jaclyn Ford

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1410) formally commends the Georgia Green Industry Association for its work representing Georgia's horticulture sector. It directly recognizes the association, which includes landscape professionals, nursery growers, greenhouse operators, and retail garden centers, for advocating the economic and environmental benefits of horticulture. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the House's support through a formal commendation. The House adopted it 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.

Maddy summaryHR 1378 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 20, 2026, as "Donor Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors individuals who have donated organs, eyes, or tissue (both living and deceased donors), their families, recipients, and those awaiting transplants, while commending Donate Life Georgia organizations for their education and outreach efforts. The resolution has no policy changes or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic, aiming to raise awareness about organ donation through state recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 17, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1271) dedicates a specific interchange at State Route 401/I-75 and Barneyville Road in Cook County, Georgia, as the "William Brown Lovett Memorial Interchange" in honor of Mr. William Brown Lovett. It directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to erect and maintain signs marking the interchange, commemorating Lovett's life as a respected farmer, educator, and community figure from Georgia. The resolution does not create new laws or affect policies; it solely names a public infrastructure location.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1245) formally commends Georgia's peanut industry for its economic contributions and designates March 2026 as "Georgia Peanut Month" at the state capitol. It recognizes the industry's role as Georgia's top agricultural export, supporting $2 billion in economic impact and over 150,000 jobs. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute a copy to the Georgia Peanut Commission, but contains no new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Schley Louis Perry, Jr., a Georgia farmer and longtime agricultural advocate who served on the Georgia Cotton Commission and supported farming communities for decades. It commemorates his life, including his work as a fifth-generation Pineywoods Farms operator, his advocacy for Georgia agriculture, and his community contributions like scholarships. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences upon his passing and directs the Clerk to share a copy with his family. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it has no direct effect on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 1255 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Frank and Solomon Nixon Funeral Home in Tifton, Georgia, for achieving its 100th anniversary. It commends the family-owned business for its century-long service to African American families in Tift County and surrounding areas, highlighting three generations of funeral directors and their community contributions. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition and best wishes from the Georgia House of Representatives. This is a symbolic gesture, not a law with binding provisions or affected constituents beyond the named business.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Don Koehler on his outstanding public service as an Executive Director of the Georgia Peanut Commission; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1125 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the late Mayor Waymond Smith of Alapaha, Georgia, who passed away on January 15, 2026. The resolution recognizes his 30-year career with Amoco Fabric and Winfab, 30 years of service with the Alapaha Volunteer Fire Department, and 22 years as an elected official including 18 years as mayor. It expresses the House of Representatives' condolences to his family, friends, and the Alapaha community, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family. This is a non-binding commemorative measure with no policy impact, solely intended to acknowledge his contributions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to provide for the regulation of trailer manufacturers; to establish the State Board of Trailer Manufacturers; to provide for membership, meetings, and duties of such board; to provide for the issuance of licenses to manufacture trailers within this state; to provide for application and licensing requirements; to require maintenance of certain records; to provide for inspections; to authorize the suspension and revocation of such licenses; to provide for the power to enjoin unlawful activity; to provide for a penalty; to provide for punishment; to provide for timing for compliance; to provide for legislative purpose; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.