Rep. Stacey Evans

Maddy summaryHR 40 creates a House Study Committee on Reinsurance for Essential Industries to examine Georgia's commercial property and casualty reinsurance market. The 7-member committee, appointed by the Speaker with input from insurance and agriculture officials, will study how public-private partnerships could reduce insurance costs for essential industries. It will identify funding needs, criteria for essential industries, and potential premium reductions to benefit small businesses and the state economy. The committee must report its findings and recommendations by December 1, 2025.

A RESOLUTION honoring the life, leadership, and legacy of Gail Hirschorn Evans and recognizing her for her extraordinary contributions to journalism, civic life, and mentorship in Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) recognizing the Whine Walk Run 5K and International Food Festival. It formally commends the event for promoting Caribbean culture, partnering with health organizations, and donating proceeds to women's mental health groups (Jam Across Georgia and a raffle-selected nonprofit). The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the House's recognition of the May 3, 2025, event in Atlanta. It was adopted by the House on April 2, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryHR 757 creates a temporary House Study Committee to examine Georgia's lack of comprehensive civil rights protections against discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and services. The committee will study existing gaps, review other states' laws, and assess enforcement mechanisms, focusing on protections for Georgians based on race, gender, disability, and other characteristics. It must complete its work and file recommendations by December 1, 2025, but does not itself create new laws or policies. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study body, not a legislative measure.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Hope Atlanta's 125th anniversary. It commends the organization for its long history of serving vulnerable populations in metro Atlanta, including veterans, families, and people experiencing homelessness, through services like housing assistance, family reunification, and disaster relief. The resolution celebrates Hope Atlanta's work since its founding in 1900 (as Travelers Aid Atlanta) and its role in community support during events like Hurricane Katrina and the pandemic. It does not create new programs or alter existing laws.

Maddy summaryHR 850 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize and commend Lynne Riley for her 21 years of public service in Georgia. The resolution highlights her roles as a Fulton County Commissioner, State Representative, Revenue Commissioner, State Treasurer, and President of the Georgia Student Finance Commission, including her work overseeing the HOPE Scholarship Program. It does not create new policy or affect any laws or programs - it solely serves as a symbolic honor for her retirement. The House approved the resolution on March 28, 2025, with no substantive policy changes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to selling and other trade practices, so as to enact the "Menstrual Data Privacy and Protection Act"; to provide for definitions; to require explicit consent; to provide for security, notification of data breaches, and deletion of data; to provide for violations; to provide for reporting; to provide for relief; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative purpose; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Judge Bryant Culpepper Jr. for his outstanding public service to the State of Georgia, the Judicial Branch specifically, and the community at large as well as for his dedication to upholding the principles of justice and fairness; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding House resolution recognizing the Georgia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) for its volunteer service to Georgia citizens. It specifically honors their emergency response work during the COVID-19 pandemic, hurricane relief efforts (including Helene and Milton), and ongoing disaster support, noting their 2,000+ volunteers contributed over $7.6 million in value through services like search and rescue. The resolution formally acknowledges CAP's role as a volunteer auxiliary to the U.S. Air Force performing emergency services, aerospace education, and cadet programs. It does not create new laws or funding, serving only as a ceremonial tribute to their community impact.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Irene Barton for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leader Award; and for other purposes.