Rep. Matt Barton

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-6-163 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to duty of driver of vehicle meeting or overtaking school bus, reporting of violations, and civil monetary penalty for violations captured by school bus camera, so as to revise penalties; to authorize alteration or suspension of such penalty; to provide for obtaining motor vehicle owner information from the Department of Revenue; to provide for a conspicuous statement of the right to contest such penalty in court in the mailing sent to a motor vehicle owner; to provide for the allocation of money collected; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Department of Community Health, so as to provide for a pilot program to improve the management of inpatient insulin levels in rural hospital organizations and for other purposes; to provide that such program be conducted by the Rural Health System Innovation Center; to provide for a grant program; to provide for the center to establish grant criteria and amounts; to provide for a report; to provide for definitions; to provide for automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date conditioned on appropriations; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) commending Elan Ason McClain as Armuchee High School's 2025 STAR Student. It recognizes McClain for achieving the highest SAT score and ranking in the top 10% of his class, as required for the STAR Student designation. The resolution formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' commendation and authorizes sending a copy to McClain. No policy changes or new laws are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 784) is a ceremonial resolution formally recognizing Seth Winstead as Rome High School's 2025 STAR Teacher. It directly commends Winstead for his teaching excellence and contributions to student education in Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation through a formal written commendation. The bill passed unanimously in the House on March 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 787) is a ceremonial resolution commending Jessica West-Royal as Pepperell High School's 2025 STAR Teacher. It formally recognizes her contributions to education in Georgia through a non-binding resolution adopted by the House of Representatives. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply expresses the House's appreciation and directs a copy to be sent to the teacher. It affects no individuals beyond the named educator and serves solely as a public acknowledgment of her teaching excellence.

Maddy summaryHR 786 is a ceremonial resolution commending Karly Nguyen as Rome High School's 2025 STAR Student for achieving the highest SAT score and ranking in the top 10% of her class. It formally recognizes her academic excellence and expresses the House's support for her future success. This resolution has no policy impact and serves solely as a symbolic honor for the student and her chosen teacher, educator Seth Winstead.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 785) commends Gavin Mullinax as Pepperell High School's 2025 STAR Student. It recognizes Mullinax for achieving the highest score on a standardized test and ranking in the top 10% of his class. The resolution also specifically acknowledges his choice of teacher, Jessica West-Royal, as the school's 2025 STAR Teacher. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes, solely honoring an academic achievement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 790) adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 27, 2025. It formally commends Mrs. Susan Payne, identified as Unity Christian School's 2025 STAR Teacher, for her contributions to education in Georgia. The resolution expresses the House's support and best wishes but contains no policy changes or direct impact on any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) commending Sophia Dubs, a student at Unity Christian School, for being named the school's 2025 STAR Student. It recognizes her achievement of scoring highest on the SAT and ranking in the top 10% of her class. The resolution also notes she selected teacher Susan Payne as her STAR Teacher and expresses the House's support for her academic success. The bill passed the House on March 27, 2025, with no policy changes or direct impacts on laws or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 789) is a ceremonial commendation by the Georgia House of Representatives for Mrs. Emily Mowery, who was named Armuchee High School's 2025 STAR Teacher. It formally recognizes her contributions to education and teaching excellence through a symbolic resolution passed by the House. The bill has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply expresses the House's honor and best wishes to Mrs. Mowery. It directly affects only Mrs. Mowery as the honoree, with no broader legislative effect.