Rep. Inga Willis

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-6-390.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to reckless stunt driving, so as to declare motor vehicles used in the commission of reckless stunt driving offenses contraband and authorize forfeiture; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Georgia House committee to study health risks linked to hair straightening products, focusing specifically on breast cancer risks identified in research (including a 60% increased risk found by the University of Texas' MD Anderson Cancer Center and a 31% increase noted in a 2019 International Journal of Cancer study). The committee will examine whether chemicals in these products (like those in relaxers) may interfere with hormones and affect Georgian women's health, determining if state action - such as consumer warnings - is warranted. The committee, appointed by the House Speaker, must complete its work by December 2025 and report findings to the legislature. This is a procedural study resolution, not a law imposing new requirements.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act known as the "Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority Act of 1965," approved March 10, 1965 (Ga. L. 1965, p. 2243), as amended, so as to extend the sunset for authority of local governing bodies to collect a 1 percent retail sales and use tax; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1408) symbolically recognizes the Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP) for its 50th anniversary, marking their founding in 1976. It commends ACP for premiering over 130 new chamber works, collaborating with national ensembles, mentoring youth through educational partnerships, and launching initiatives like Rapido!® (a national composition contest). The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation for ACP’s cultural contributions to Atlanta and the broader chamber music community. It was adopted by the House of Representatives in 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally recognizes comedian Kenan Thompson for his career achievements, including his 23-season tenure on *Saturday Night Live* and contributions to entertainment. The resolution extends "sincere best wishes" but includes no policy changes, funding, or binding obligations. It directly affects only Kenan Thompson as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1350) formally commends musician Kelsie "West Love" Davis for her national career in Southern soul, R&B, and blues music, and for highlighting Valdosta, Georgia, through her work. It recognizes her journey - from local performances to touring with renowned artists - and how her success brings positive attention to her hometown. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 12, 2026, has no policy or funding impact; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no binding requirements.

A RESOLUTION commending Reverend Herman "Skip" Mason on his investiture as the 12th President of the Interdenominational Theological Center and recognizing March 3, 2026, as Reverend Herman "Skip" Mason Day; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1332), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Edna Branch Jackson for her lifetime of public service to Georgia. The resolution highlights her civil rights activism (including participation in Savannah sit-ins and the 1963 March on Washington), her 30-year career at Savannah State University, her 2011 historic election as Savannah's first African-American female mayor, and numerous community honors. The House of Representatives passed the resolution to "extend the most sincere best wishes" to Jackson, with a copy to be delivered to her. No policy changes or affected parties beyond symbolic recognition are involved.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1324) formally recognizes "Older Atlantans Day at the capitol" as a ceremonial gesture to honor Atlanta's senior population. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change policies - it solely serves to publicly acknowledge older adults' contributions to the community and elevate issues affecting them, such as transportation, housing, and healthcare access. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives in February 2026, with no concrete policy mechanisms beyond this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes February 19, 2026, as "Alpha Day at the Capitol" to honor Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.'s 119-year history of promoting leadership, scholarship, and community service. It specifically acknowledges the fraternity's contributions, including over $2.3 million in educational scholarships and 850,000 community service hours. The House of Representatives urges all citizens to recognize the fraternity's work, particularly its Georgia district's efforts. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 9, 2026, and directs the Clerk to distribute a copy to the fraternity.