Rep. Mandi Ballinger

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 934), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Mesha Mainor for her service as a Georgia State Representative, highlighting her historic role as the first African American woman Republican in the legislature and her work on bipartisan legislation, committee leadership, and community service. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely symbolic, expressing the House's appreciation for her contributions. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Cherokee County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the adjusted base year assessed value of such homestead; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Colt's Manufacturing Company for its initiatives promoting safe firearm ownership, including launching the Safety Impact Award to recognize nonprofits in firearm safety. It highlights Colt's partnerships with football ambassadors (like Clay Matthews) who donated $5,000 each to groups such as Project ChildSafe and the International Hunter Education Association. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes Colt's efforts to advance education, secure storage, and community engagement around firearm safety. It is a symbolic gesture adopted by the House of Representatives with no binding effect on legislation.

A RESOLUTION honoring the lives of Mrs. Ruby Floyd Grogan and Mr. Loy James Grogan and dedicating an intersection in their memory; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2A of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to homestead option sales and use tax, so as to provide for an alternative homestead option sales tax; to provide for a distribution of the proceeds from the levy of an alternative homestead option sales and use tax; to provide for the levy of a special purpose local option sales and use tax in certain counties; to provide for a referendum; to provide for procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. The Georgia House of Representatives passed HR 374 to formally commend Fire Chief Eddie Robinson for being named the 2024 Georgia Fire Chief of the Year by the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs. The resolution recognizes his 45-year career, leadership in Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services, community service, and role in organizing events like Patriot Day. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - its sole purpose is to express official appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 308 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Multi-Agency Alliance for Children (MAAC), a Georgia nonprofit founded in 1996. It formally recognizes MAAC’s work coordinating child welfare services - including residential care, crisis support, and programs like Opportunity Passport and LEADS - to support at-risk youth and families across Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact or funding changes; it simply expresses the House’s appreciation for MAAC’s services and accreditation. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive legislative action.

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 159) formally commends Tyler Schmidt, a Georgia resident, for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout - the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America. It recognizes his accomplishment as one of only 1 in 97 scouts who reach this level, highlighting his leadership, adherence to scouting principles, and dedication. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives, directs the Clerk to provide Schmidt with a copy of the commendation. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is purely a ceremonial honor.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 6 of Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding alimony and child support, so as to authorize child support and insurance policies for disabled children who have reached the age of majority but lack the ability to otherwise support themselves independently; to provide for a definition; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.