Rep. Chris Erwin

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 4 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to financing relative to the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to prohibit virtual instruction to out-of-system students if the local school system has a College and Career Ready Performance Index below the state average; to require an agreement between local school systems to allow for an out-of-system student to attend a virtual school; to require out-of-system students to not be counted toward equalization funds received by a local school system; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 27 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to loitering at or disrupting schools, so as to require local boards of education and other public school governing bodies to utilize weapon detection systems to aid in the prevention of any individual attempting to unlawfully possess or carry a weapon in certain school buildings; to provide for exceptions; to authorize the use of funding; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1473 creates a House Study Committee on Lupus to examine challenges faced by people with lupus in accessing disability benefits. The committee, composed of seven members (four House Health Committee legislators and three non-legislative experts including medical and patient advocacy representatives), will study issues like delayed Social Security approvals, documentation difficulties due to lupus' variable symptoms, and the financial strain on patients. It will not enact laws but will research these problems and recommend potential legislative solutions by December 2026. This resolution directly affects lupus patients and advocates by initiating a formal review of their disability claim process challenges.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 14 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide that local boards of education shall be authorized to provide instruction in hunting safety in grades six through 12; to provide for the adoption of content standards by the State Board of Education; to provide that local boards of education may establish a curriculum in hunting safety; to provide for instructor requirements; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill encourages the formation of the Georgia Legislative Golf Caucus, a voluntary group for state lawmakers interested in golf-related issues. The resolution outlines that the caucus would be open to all General Assembly members, who would elect their own leadership and may establish procedures for their activities. It allows the group to partner with golf organizations, courses, tourism entities, and youth programs to advance shared goals related to outdoor recreation and economic development. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal recognition of golf's importance to Georgia's economy and culture.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a temporary House Study Committee on Local Governmental Professional Contracting to examine how design teams approach construction projects in the state. The five-member committee, appointed by the Speaker of the House, will study issues related to architectural documentation and design criteria used in local government contracting. The committee will meet over a set period, receive standard legislative allowances, and submit a report with findings or legislative recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on December 27, 2025. It recognizes his contributions as a lawyer, his leadership roles during his time at Clemson University, and his legacy as a family man and community member. The resolution formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences and authorizes the Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Dickerson's family.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to retirement allowances, disability benefits, and spouses' benefits, so as to remove the requirement that certain subject areas be designated as an area of highest need for certain beneficiaries of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia to be hired to work in such areas; to provide for the extension of provisions to 2030; to provide for areas of highest need to be determined for a public school system rather than a RESA; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the Natural Gas Association of Georgia on its 10th anniversary. It also highlights the launch of the Everyday Energy Heroes campaign, which aims to acknowledge individuals who contribute to safe and reliable natural gas service in the state. The resolution names specific nominees for the 2025 Everyday Energy Heroes award and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the association. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the organization's milestone.

A RESOLUTION commending Rachel Kinsaul, the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year, on being named a finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes.