Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of John Baptist Barranco, a veteran and community leader from Dunwoody, Georgia. It recognizes his decades of service to All Saints Catholic Church, his volunteer work with the Knights of Columbus, and his dedication to the annual All Saints Fish Fry. The resolution formally acknowledges his contributions to the faith and community, authorizing the House Clerk to share a copy of the document with his family.
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Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes and commends the 5th Annual Green Egg and Kegs Festival at Dunwoody Village. It honors the event's founder, David Abes, and acknowledges the festival's role in supporting local businesses, fostering community connections, and raising funds for type 1 diabetes research. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the document to the festival organizers and Mr. Abes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the St. Pius X Catholic High School boys basketball team for winning the 2026 GHSA 4A State Basketball Championship; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 66 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to zoning procedures as pertaining to counties and municipal corporations, so as to provide that zoning decisions shall not affect or be required for certain residential dwellings of 400 square feet or fewer; to provide for construction; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Shanita Evans for her work in the fitness industry. It honors her 14 years of experience founding 4Ts Fitness LLC, where she uses dance fitness and coaching to help women and girls build confidence and self-esteem. The resolution acknowledges her contributions to creating supportive environments and expresses well wishes for her continued success. As a ceremonial measure, it does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge her achievements.
A RESOLUTION recognizing the educational, civic, and leadership impact of the Leadership Training Program and commending its participants for their commitment to public service; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 13 of Chapter 2 of Title 26 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to food service establishments, so as to require certain actions relating to food allergy awareness in food service establishments; to require certain posting in staff areas; to provide for the creation or approval by the Department of Public Health of such posting; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr., a former Georgia law enforcement officer who passed away on February 22, 2026. It recognizes his 28 years of service across the Dunwoody, Marietta, and Cobb County police departments and expresses the state legislature's condolences to his family. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Furman's family as a formal tribute to his dedication and integrity in public service.
Maddy summaryThis resolution urges Georgia's medical schools to prioritize patient-centered care in their training programs, with a specific focus on improving maternal health outcomes. It calls for medical education to include shared decision-making, informed consent, transparent communication, and respectful maternity care practices to address Georgia's high maternal mortality rate. The bill encourages healthcare facilities and medical institutions to implement trauma-informed training and communication standards for all staff who interact with patients. It also promotes evidence-based education on bias and accountability mechanisms to reduce disparities in treatment and strengthen trust between patients and providers. This non-binding resolution does not create new laws but expresses the House's position on how medical education should be structured.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates September 2026 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to increase public awareness about the disease and its symptoms. The resolution highlights that ovarian cancer is the fifth-leading cause of cancer deaths in women and notes that approximately 80 percent of cases are detected at an advanced stage due to the lack of a reliable early detection test. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing symptoms like bloating and pelvic pain, and addresses disparities in diagnosis and survival rates among different populations. The bill directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press to support awareness efforts.