Rep. Kimberly New

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Paulding 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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to offenses against public health and morals, so as to provide for the offense of selling a child for financial gain; to provide for a definition; to provide for a penalty; to provide for limitations; to provide for a cause of action; to amend Article 1 of Chapter 8 of Title 19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to adoption, so as to provide for conforming cross references; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-12-100 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sexual exploitation of children, reporting violation, civil forfeiture, and penalties, so as to expand limitations to include the Division of Family and Children Services; 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 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to emergency management, so as to provide for the creation of the Georgia Resilience Office under the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency; to provide for a board of directors; to provide for the purpose, membership, and duties of such board; to provide for reports; to provide for the hiring of staff; to provide for compensation and funding; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; 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 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.

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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 36-83-4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to authorized investments, delegation of investment authority to financial officer, and objective of investment, so as to provide for additional authorized investments; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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.

Maddy summaryHR 877 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize and commend Bill Hembree for his decades of public service. It honors his 20-year tenure as a Georgia House Representative (1992-2012), his founding of Bill Hembree Insurance Agency, and his community contributions, including a bridge dedication in his name. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the House’s appreciation and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Mr. Hembree. This is a standard commemorative measure with no legislative effect.