Rep. Michelle Au

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 20 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding personnel administration, so as to add stillbirth as a qualifying event for parental leave for eligible state employees; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12A of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to smoke-free air, so as to prohibit smoking within a 25 foot radius of any state and local government buildings or enclosed public places; to prohibit smoking in certain previously exempt enclosed workplaces; 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 18 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state employees' health insurance and benefit plans, so as to mandate that the state health benefit plan provide coverage for qualifying nonopioid pain management drugs that is in parity with its coverage for opioid pain management drugs; to provide for definitions; to provide for parity with regard to annual deductibles, coinsurance, copayments, exclusions, reductions, other limitations, or utilization review; to provide for legislative construction; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the contributions of Asian Americans Advancing Justice - Atlanta, Asian American Advocacy Fund, Asian American Voices for Education, Georgia AAPI Hub, Raksha, and We Love Buford Highway on Asian American Advocacy Day; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to crimes and offenses, so as to provide for certain legal action protections for healthcare professionals administering medical treatment to pregnant women; to amend Code Section 43-34-8 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to authority to refuse license, certificate, or permit or issue discipline, suspension, restoration, investigations, hearings on fitness, immunity, and publication of final disciplinary actions, so as to provide for clarification regarding what defines "unprofessional conduct" pursuant to certain medical care licensing provisions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1378 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 20, 2026, as "Donor Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors individuals who have donated organs, eyes, or tissue (both living and deceased donors), their families, recipients, and those awaiting transplants, while commending Donate Life Georgia organizations for their education and outreach efforts. The resolution has no policy changes or funding provisions - it is purely symbolic, aiming to raise awareness about organ donation through state recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 17, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1355) formally recognizes the First Senior Center of Georgia (FSC), a non-profit founded in 2017 that provides free services to Vietnamese and minority seniors in Atlanta. It commends the center for addressing language barriers, isolation, and needs like food pantries, transportation, and cultural support for seniors aged 65+ and low-income families. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply offers symbolic recognition through a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryHR 1349 is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 12, 2026, to honor the life and memory of John Donald Steed, Jr., a Georgia resident who died on January 17, 2026. The resolution expresses the House's condolences for his passing, highlighting his military service in the U.S. Army, educational background (including MBA and political management degrees), career in marketing, family, and personal qualities like integrity and kindness. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a commemorative gesture with no practical impact on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHR 1344 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 17, 2026, as the start of the Lunar New Year in Georgia. It acknowledges the contributions of Georgia's nearly 500,000 Asian and Pacific Islander American residents (representing 4% of the state's population) and specifically highlights Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese communities who celebrate this holiday. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 11, 2026, formally encourages state legislators and the public to join in celebrating the Lunar New Year. This is a symbolic gesture with no binding policy changes, aiming to affirm Georgia's cultural diversity.

Maddy summaryHR 1325 is a symbolic resolution recognizing February 12, 2026, as "New Americans Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges immigrants' contributions to Georgia, citing their economic impact (e.g., $15.8 billion in annual taxes) and roles in key industries. The resolution has no direct effect on individuals or regulations, as it solely designates a day for recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 10, 2026.