Rep. John Corbett

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that the governing authority of any county or consolidated government shall be authorized to impose a sales and use tax in such county or consolidated government for the purpose of providing property tax relief in such county or consolidated government; to provide for conditions and limitations; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends the Georgia FFA Association and designates February 24, 2026, as FFA Day at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the organization's role in agricultural education and youth development without creating new laws or policies. The resolution highlights the FFA's mission to prepare students for agricultural careers and its status as the third-largest state association with over 80,000 members.

Maddy summaryHR 1141 is a symbolic resolution designating February 10, 2026, as "Dyslexia Day at the state capitol" in Georgia. It formally recognizes dyslexia as a learning disability and highlights its impact on students and adults, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and support. The bill has no binding requirements or policy changes - it solely serves to raise awareness through this designated day of recognition. It was passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on January 28, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 10, 2026, as Georgia Farm Bureau Federation Day at the Georgia state capitol to honor the organization's history and service to Georgia agriculture since 1937. It does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes the Federation's role through a ceremonial designation. The House of Representatives adopted the resolution, directing the Clerk to provide a copy to the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct regulatory or financial impact on any group.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 1034) is a ceremonial resolution honoring Reba Highsmith Crews, a Brantley County resident who dedicated over 50 years of service to the Brantley County Tax Commission. It recognizes her lifelong commitment to community, family, and faith, as well as her work under four successive Tax Commissioners. The resolution formally expresses the House of Representatives' gratitude for her impact and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to her family. As a commemorative measure with no policy changes, it does not affect laws, regulations, or specific groups.

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.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Charlton County Chief Ranger Roger Todd of the Georgia Forestry Commission as the recipient of the 2025 Director's Award and for his outstanding service to the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 23 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority, so as to authorize the authority to finance and perform certain duties in connection with projects relating to natural gas facilities; to revise definitions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for limited liability; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 1407 revises Georgia's rules for how counties and municipalities create agreements about service delivery (such as trash collection, road maintenance, or emergency services). It requires local governments to develop written strategies by specific deadlines, including annual updates tied to comprehensive planning cycles, and mandates clearer geographic assignments for services. The bill adds requirements for statewide mapping standards, shortens dispute resolution timelines, and limits how local governments can create new service rules. It directly affects all Georgia counties and municipalities (except consolidated governments) by changing how they negotiate service responsibilities and funding. The law, signed in May 2024 and effective January 2026, aims to reduce service duplication and resolve conflicts over land use or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Georgia bill (HB 351, now Act 259) amends the state's solid waste management laws governing the Board of Natural Resources. It modifies the Board's powers, revises permitting requirements to require written verification of local zoning compliance, removes certain permit restrictions, updates public meeting notice rules, and removes outdated terminology. The changes directly affect the Board of Natural Resources, local governments managing zoning, and entities handling solid waste permits. The law takes effect January 1, 2026, after being signed by the governor in May 2025.