Rep. Kimberly New

Maddy summaryHR 880 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Lydia Hallmark for her service to Georgia's Republican Party. It recognizes her roles as President of the Paulding County Republican Women's Club, her work founding local GOP clubs, and her receipt of party awards like the Lifetime Achievement Award. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a formal commendation with no legal effect or direct impact on citizens or legislation. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 717 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Maureen Patton for her 28 years of service at Kennesaw State University, specifically acknowledging her role as director of presidential events and her coordination of major university events. The resolution commends her retirement in May 2025 and highlights her contributions to campus ceremonies, community partnerships, and support for multiple university presidents. As a purely symbolic resolution with no policy changes or affected parties beyond the recognition itself, it does not alter any laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 700 is a House resolution commending the Happy Hitters of North Atlanta pickleball team, which supports athletes with special needs. The resolution recognizes the team's founding by Karla Blaginin and Arthur Jackson, its 12-member roster, and its community partnerships with ACE Pickleball and local volunteers. It specifically highlights athlete Mimi Ngo's advancement to mainstream tournaments and the team's role in promoting inclusivity. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution directs the House Clerk to provide the team with a copy of the resolution, with no new policies or funding created. (Bill: HR 700, Title: Happy Hitters of North Atlanta; commend)

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 564), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Mesha Mainor for her service as a Georgia state representative. The resolution highlights her achievements, including authoring bipartisan workforce legislation and serving as the first African American woman Republican in the Georgia General Assembly. It has no policy impact or binding effect - it is solely a symbolic gesture of appreciation for her public service.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 6 and Article 2A of Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the O.C.G.A., relating to general provisions relative to aviation and the Board of Homeland Security, respectively, so as to provide for the development of a list of approved unmanned aircraft systems for use in this state by the Board of Homeland Security; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-11-127 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to carrying weapons or long guns in unauthorized locations, so as to add certain facilities of the Geo. L. Smith II Georgia World Congress Center Authority to the locations in which the carrying of weapons or long guns is prohibited; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to schedules, offenses, and penalties regarding controlled substances, so as to clarify that the sale, manufacture, delivery, or possession of four grams or more of fentanyl and fentanyl analog structural class is included within the prohibition of trafficking certain drugs; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the Board of Commissioners of Douglas County, approved February 15, 1952 (Ga. L. 1952, p. 2703), as amended, particularly by an Act approved February 25, 1991 (Ga. L. 1991, p. 3501), so as to change provisions relating to filling of vacancies on the board of commissioners; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 255) formally recognizes and commends Troy Cosby for his decades of service with the Paulding County fire department, including his work as a volunteer starting at age 17 and his progression to certified roles. It highlights his completion of specialized training, leadership courses, and numerous fire service certifications over 40 years. The resolution specifically honors his retirement and expresses the House's appreciation for his dedication to community safety and service. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and does not create new laws or affect any regulations.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the University of West Georgia Cheerleading Program for its continued reputation of excellence and global recognition as a dynasty with 35 total national championships for All-Girl and Coed squads from 2001-2025; and for other purposes.