Rep. Stacey Evans

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 24-5-501 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to certain communications privileged, so as to exclude from evidence certain communications made between attorney and client when the client is in a penal institution; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Sierra Hallett, a Family and Consumer Sciences Legislative Fellow for the 2026 regular session of the General Assembly of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 12 of Title 17 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Public Defender Council, so as to provide for vacancies on the legislative oversight committee; to provide for a penalty for failure by the council to cooperate with the committee; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 23 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Judicial Retirement System, so as to provide for membership in the system for each judge employed full time in the Georgia Tax Court; to provide for creditable service; to provide for transfer of funds; to provide for transfer of membership service; to provide for payments of full actuarial costs; to provide for all other individuals employed by the court; to provide for earnable monthly compensation for purposes of contributions and benefit amounts; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that urges local school systems to adopt policies encouraging student civic and political participation. It specifically asks schools to allow students to exercise free speech rights without punishment and to grant excused absences for students attending civic or political events. The resolution aims to promote student engagement in their communities but does not mandate any specific actions or changes to existing laws. As a symbolic measure, it relies on voluntary adoption by school districts rather than creating enforceable requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee on Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence to examine how AI systems impact Georgia residents and government operations. The five-member committee, appointed by the Speaker of the House, will study risks to minors, AI use in state decision-making, transparency standards, and opportunities for economic growth and efficiency. The committee will hold meetings, receive allowances for up to five days, and submit a report by December 1, 2026, which may include legislative recommendations. This is a procedural resolution establishing a temporary study group rather than enacting immediate policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee on End of Life Issues to examine topics related to end-of-life care, financial burdens, and assisted death laws in Georgia. The committee will consist of five House members appointed by the Speaker, who will also serve as chairperson, and will study issues affecting patients, families, and caregivers. The committee has the authority to recommend legislative changes after reviewing current state policies and other states' assisted death laws, with a report due before the committee is abolished on December 1, 2026. Funding for the committee will come from existing House appropriations, and members will receive standard legislative allowances for up to five days of service.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Morningside Presbyterian Church in Atlanta for its 100th anniversary. It acknowledges the church's history since its establishment in 1925 and highlights its ongoing community service through various ministries and programs. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. It directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the church for their records.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 11-17, 2026, as Black Maternal Health Week to raise awareness about maternal health disparities affecting Black women and birthing persons. The resolution highlights statistics on higher pregnancy-related mortality rates among Black women and calls attention to systemic barriers like maternity care deserts and unequal access to reproductive health services. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic recognition to focus public attention on these health inequities. The measure was adopted by the House of Representatives to encourage discussion and potential future policy action on maternal health issues.