Rep. Tyler Smith

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 42-8-38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to arrest or graduated sanctions for probationers violating terms, hearing, disposition of charge, and procedure when probation revoked in county other than that of conviction, so as to provide for credit for time served regarding probation revocation sentencing; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the Atlanta's John Marshall Law School Law Journal for its recent visit to the state capitol and its contributions to legal scholarship. The bill recognizes the journal's role in publishing student research, analyzing Georgia legislation, and hosting free continuing legal education events for attorneys. It also acknowledges the specific students who served on the journal's editorial board during the 2025-2026 academic year. As a commemorative measure, the resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the text to the public and press.

Maddy summaryThis legislative resolution formally honors Vernon Lee for his distinguished career as a gospel musician and drummer. It highlights his achievements, including his time with the Rex Nelon Singers and his induction into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame. The House of Representatives authorizes the Clerk to distribute a copy of this commendation to Mr. Lee.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of John Widner Adams, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away. It recognizes his service as a soldier in the Korean War, his career as a soil conservationist, and his contributions to his community and family. The measure formally expresses the state's regret for his passing and directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a House Study Committee to examine how new technologies can improve the discovery process in Georgia's criminal justice system. The committee, composed of 15 members including judges, prosecutors, defense lawyers, and state officials, will study current methods for receiving, storing, and sharing digital evidence and identify more efficient systems. Its work focuses on addressing challenges posed by the growing volume of digital evidence, such as incompatible storage formats and time-consuming data transfers between agencies. The committee must submit a report with findings and potential legislative recommendations by December 1, 2026, and the final report will be made publicly available.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, so as to repeal various provisions enacted prior to 2013 which are contingent upon funding and which remain unfunded; to repeal and replace Code Sections 10-1-254, 40-13-60, 48-7-2, and 48-13-6, relating to prohibited acts in sale of octane or cetane fuels and burden of rebutting prima-facie case, disposition of traffic violations and jurisdiction of bureau, unlawful failure to pay income tax, file return, keep records, supply information, or exhibit books and penalty, and levy of occupation tax by counties and municipalities on businesses and practitioners of professions and occupations and hearing on tax increase, respectively, so as to correct unconstitutional provisions; to amend an Act revising the "Georgia Veterinary Practice Act," approved June 3, 2003 (Ga. L. 2003, p. 615/HB 347), so as to repeal provisions which are contingent upon funding and which remain unfunded; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 24-5-501 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to certain communications privileged, so as to exclude from evidence certain communications made between attorney and client when the client is in a penal institution; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the North Paulding High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2026 Georgia High School Association Class 6A State Championship and for their outstanding athletic achievements; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Howard Edward Smith, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on March 14, 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to his community, his long-standing faith, and his reputation for integrity and kindness. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Smith's family as a gesture of respect. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to a deceased individual.

A RESOLUTION reaffirming our commitment to attorney integrity and recognizing fiduciary duties owed by attorneys to clients and co-counsel; and for other purposes.