Rep. Darlene Taylor

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that honors Tracie Naylor-Griffin for her decades of service in emergency medical services and education. It recognizes her leadership as a program chair at Albany Technical College and her continued dedication to her work while battling oral cancer. The measure directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the commendation to Naylor-Griffin, serving as an official acknowledgment of her contributions rather than changing any laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 8 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to fees and taxes regarding insurance, so as to provide for a claim for a refund of certain fees and taxes relative to insurance premiums to be made within three years of payment to the Commissioner; 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 Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to crimes and offenses, so as to establish the offense of traveling to meet a minor for indecent purposes; to provide penalties; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally recognizes and commends Donna W. Hyland upon her retirement from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. It acknowledges her four decades of service, including 18 years as the organization's Chief Executive Officer, and highlights her leadership in pediatric healthcare and advocacy for children's health in Georgia. The resolution authorizes the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Hyland as a gesture of appreciation for her contributions to the organization and the state.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health, so as to provide for the certification of community health workers; to provide for definitions; to provide for the establishment of the Georgia Community Health Worker Certification Committee; to provide for membership, powers, and duties of the committee; to provide for the approval of training programs; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION creating the House Study Committee on Medicaid Waiver Populations and Long-Term Financial and Administrative Sustainability; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commemorative resolution that officially dedicates a bridge in Thomas County, Georgia, as the World War I Veterans Memorial Bridge. It honors the service of World War I veterans by directing the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs identifying the bridge with this dedication. The legislation also ensures copies of the resolution are distributed to local county officials and state transportation authorities. This action serves as a formal recognition of the historical significance of the bridge and the sacrifices made by veterans during World War I.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee on Diabetes Related Amputations to investigate the causes and impacts of limb loss due to diabetes in Georgia, particularly affecting underserved and rural communities. The committee will consist of 13 members including state representatives, medical professionals, health officials, and two patients, who will analyze data, evaluate current care practices, and identify barriers to prevention and treatment. The group is authorized to hold up to four meetings and will submit a report with findings and policy recommendations by December 1, 2026, which will be made publicly available. Funding for the committee comes from existing House appropriations, with specific expense allowances for non-legislative members. The resolution aims to establish a data-driven foundation for future legislative action to improve diabetes outcomes and reduce preventable amputations across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally commends Aniston Jones for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting America. It recognizes her leadership skills and community service, specifically her work leading a project to beautify the courtyard of Peachtree City Elementary School. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the document to Jones as a record of the commendation. This type of bill does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge an individual's accomplishment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a House Study Committee on Evaluating Community Health to examine Georgia's public health system and the Department of Community Health's operations. The five-member committee will investigate issues related to Medicaid and other health programs, staffing needs, and funding for the state's health services. The committee has the authority to meet, gather information, and submit findings or legislative recommendations before it is dissolved on December 1, 2026.