Rep. Joseph Gullett

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 36 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to annexation pursuant to application by 100 percent of landowners, so as to provide that such annexations are contingent upon approval of the county in which the subject property is located; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 30, 2025, as No-Kill Awareness Day at the Georgia state capitol to promote pet adoption and recognize efforts by shelters working toward saving 90% of animals. It has no legal effect but serves as a symbolic recognition of community efforts to reduce shelter euthanasia rates. The resolution highlights that nearly 20% of impounded pets were killed in Georgia shelters in 2023, emphasizing adoption as a key solution. It does not create new programs or change funding but aims to raise public awareness about no-kill shelter initiatives.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 70 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to service delivery, so as to require service delivery agreement to include a growth boundary agreement component; to provide for circumstances when growth boundary agreements may be excluded; to provide definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 255) formally recognizes and commends Troy Cosby for his decades of service with the Paulding County fire department, including his work as a volunteer starting at age 17 and his progression to certified roles. It highlights his completion of specialized training, leadership courses, and numerous fire service certifications over 40 years. The resolution specifically honors his retirement and expresses the House's appreciation for his dedication to community safety and service. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and does not create new laws or affect any regulations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 43 and 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses and property, respectively, so as to revise provisions relating to pawnbrokers to exclude motor vehicle certificates of title from pawn transactions; to remove provisions stating that possession of a motor vehicle certificate of title by pawnbrokers is deemed to be possession of the motor vehicle; to remove references to pawnbrokers repossessing motor vehicles; to remove the ability of pawnbrokers to charge fees relating to registering liens on motor vehicle certificates of title and repossessing motor vehicles; to remove requirements relating to the disclosure of such fees; to revise definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to conveyances, so as to prohibit certain entities from acquiring an interest in a single-family dwelling; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 155 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 4, 2025. It formally recognizes and commends East Paulding High School's Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), including DECA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and FFA, for their academic achievements, community service, and student leadership. The resolution highlights specific accomplishments, such as DECA's championship wins, HOSA's healthcare certifications, and SkillsUSA's volunteer initiatives, without creating any new policies or affecting legal obligations. As a symbolic gesture, it has no binding effect but aims to honor the school's student groups and their contributions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 156), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates Anna Borsh, a Panter Elementary School student, for winning Georgia Tech's 2024 Inclusion Award for co-creating "Grocery Eyes" - an app using navigation, microphone, and camera features to help visually impaired people independently navigate grocery stores. The resolution recognizes her achievement and contributions, with no policy changes or direct effects on legislation or constituents. It was unanimously adopted by the House on February 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal House resolution commending Nellie Klodner, a Panter Elementary School student, for creating the "Grocery Eyes" app. The app uses navigation, microphone, and camera features to help visually impaired people independently navigate grocery stores, earning her the 2024 Inclusion Award at Georgia Tech's K-12 InVenture Prize. The resolution recognizes her achievement and contributions to Georgia citizens without creating new laws or affecting any policies. It serves solely as a symbolic honor, with no concrete policy changes or financial impact beyond the recognition itself.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mr. Tim Williams for his outstanding service to GreyStone Power as well as the communities and members it serves; and for other purposes.