Rep. Chris Erwin

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 1403) is a ceremonial resolution commending 18-year-old golfer Mason Howell for his athletic achievements. It recognizes his 2025 U.S. Amateur Championship win (making him the third-youngest champion in history), his qualification for the 2025 U.S. Open as the youngest player, and his role in Team USA's Walker Cup victory. The resolution formally expresses the House's recognition of Howell's "courage, determination, and sportsmanship," extending best wishes for his future at the University of Georgia. As a purely symbolic resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves to honor his accomplishments.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Thomas County Central High School football team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class 5A State Football Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1389) recognizes a statewide Day of Service on March 18, 2026, in Georgia. It honors Teacher of the Year 2026 Rachel Kinsaul for promoting school-based service learning and encourages all Georgia schools to participate in community service activities on that date. The resolution does not create new laws but formally acknowledges the initiative, which allows schools to adapt service projects - like park cleanups, food bank volunteering, or nursing home visits - to local needs and existing curricula. It applies directly to Georgia public schools and their students.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize Georgia State University's achievements. It commends the university for its rankings in teaching and innovation, student success metrics, research investments, and economic impact, without creating any new laws or obligations. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for the university's contributions but has no direct effect on policy or funding. It was adopted by the House on February 12, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-720 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to inspection of students' records by parents or legal custodians, so as to revise the definition of the term "education record" to correct a cross-reference; to expand provisions for the inspection and review of student education records by parents and legal custodians; 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 Titles 20 and 39 of the O.C.G.A., relating to education and minors, respectively, so as to provide for high school student athletes and prospective student athletes to receive name, image, or likeness compensation; to provide for the automatic expiration of contracts that provide name, image, and likeness compensation to student athletes after the student athlete graduates or is no longer enrolled; to provide for application to certain athletic associations; to allow for professional representation of student athletes and prospective student athletes; to provide for required written notice to high school student athletes; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1318) formally commends the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) for its work supporting educators and students across Georgia. It recognizes February 17, 2026, as "PAGE Day on Capitol Hill," designating a specific date for PAGE members to meet with legislators at the state capitol. The resolution has no binding policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, acknowledging PAGE’s advocacy and educational programs like the Academic Bowl and STAR recognition. It directly affects PAGE members and Georgia legislators, who will observe the designated day. The House passed this resolution unanimously on February 10, 2026.

A RESOLUTION urging the Georgia Department of Education to provide informational support to school districts to encourage testing school pipes and fixtures for lead, to utilize federal funding to pay for such testing, and to remedy any problems found as a result of such testing; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 18, 2026, as Early Childhood Education Day at Georgia's state capitol. It recognizes early childhood educators, child care providers, and program administrators across Georgia for their role in supporting families and children's development. The resolution does not create new policies or funding but formally honors these professionals through a designated day of recognition. It follows standard procedural format for commemorative resolutions and has no direct policy impact.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mike Dunham on his outstanding career with the Associated General Contractors of Georgia; and for other purposes.