Rep. Joseph Gullett

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to recording relative to property, so as to provide for notice to the owner and deed holder when another deed is filed by another party; to provide for a 45 day waiting period; to provide for limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of specialized land transactions, so as to prohibit business enterprises from owning an interest in more than 2,000 single-family residential properties or ten multifamily residential properties; to provide for the forfeiture of rental payments paid in connection with an unlawful lease of residential property; to provide a private cause of action for the return of rental payments paid in connection with an unlawful lease of residential property; to provide for the disclosure of information by brokers; to provide an effective date; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the O.C.G.A., relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to remove authorization for the Secretary of State to become a member of a nongovernmental entity whose purpose is to share and exchange information in order to improve the accuracy and efficiency of voter registration systems; to provide for definitions; to maintain an exemption to the disclosure of certain documents; to prohibit the Secretary of State, other state level actors, and local boards of registrars and election superintendents from participating in certain multistate voter list maintenance organizations; to require the termination of participation in any prohibited multistate voter list maintenance organizations; to make conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 74 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to local enforcement boards created on or after January 1, 2003, so as to authorize local governing bodies to establish housing management databases of residential rental property; to provide for applicability; to provide for registration with the databases; to provide for penalties; to provide for disclosure of ownership by foreign adversaries; to provide for exemptions; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Shayna Harris, a South Paulding High School English teacher who was named 2025 Teacher of the Year. It recognizes her work teaching courses like American Literature, Composition, and Mythology, and her dedication to students. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the House of Representatives' praise through a formal commendation. It directly affects only Shayna Harris, who will receive a copy of the resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HR 983), not a policy bill. It honors the life and legacy of Judge Reuben Green, a Cobb County Superior Court judge who passed away after a cancer battle. The resolution recognizes his military service, legal career (including founding Cobb County's Veterans Accountability and Treatment Court), family, and community contributions. The House of Representatives formally expresses condolences to his family and celebrates his impact on Georgia. It has no policy changes or direct effects on constituents.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 936) formally recognizes and commends DeeDee Hamilton for her 20 years of service as a foster parent caring for children who experienced abuse, neglect, or special needs, and her 17 years as a special education teacher. It does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial resolution expressing the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation for her community contributions. The resolution has no direct effect on legislation, funding, or regulations. It is purely a formal acknowledgment of her personal service.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to allow municipalities to opt in to providing advance voting on Saturdays for municipal elections; to revise provisions related to the timelines for calling special elections and the dates on which special elections can be held; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Sheriff Gary Gulledge for his 34-year career in Paulding County law enforcement, including his service as sheriff from 2008 to 2024. It honors his retirement, highlighting his roles as a K-9 deputy, department leader, and contributions to regional law enforcement initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it is purely ceremonial. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 881 is a House resolution (not substantive legislation) recognizing McKenna Farms Therapy Services for its work providing therapy to children with special needs in Georgia. The resolution commends the nonprofit organization for serving over 500 children weekly across 16 counties with services like physical, occupational, speech therapy, and hippotherapy. It has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or programs beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment. The House formally adopted the resolution on March 31, 2025, directing the Clerk to provide a copy to the organization.