Rep. Park Cannon

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Cheryl Terrell, who was named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year at JW Dobbs Elementary School. The resolution formally recognizes her 31 years of teaching experience and her role as an Early Intervention Program teacher who supports foundational math and reading skills for young students. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Terrell as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to education. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves to publicly acknowledge her achievements.

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Atlanta International Fashion Week for its 19th anniversary. It directly affects the event organizers and stakeholders by formally acknowledging their contributions to arts, fashion, and community development in Atlanta. The resolution highlights specific aspects of the event, such as its 12 runway shows, celebrity events, and programs like Fashion Apprentice that provide youth mentorship. The bill authorizes the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the event's founder, the public, and the press. This is a ceremonial measure with no new funding or policy changes, serving only to honor the event's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 17, 2026, as Bayard Rustin Day to honor the civil rights leader's contributions to the movement. It recognizes Rustin's role as an advisor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., organizer of the 1963 March on Washington, and advocate for nonviolent resistance. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and press. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law with regulatory or enforcement provisions.

A RESOLUTION honoring perinatal responders as the State of Georgia expands the workforce for birth responders who are committed to increasing the safety of families in the childbirth period; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends the New Leaders Council and its Atlanta Chapter for their work in developing civic leaders. The legislation does not create new laws or change policy but instead serves as an official acknowledgment of the organization's efforts to train emerging leaders in public service and community engagement. The resolution highlights the group's role in providing leadership training and notes that many of its alumni have taken positions in government, nonprofits, and other sectors. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the Atlanta Chapter, completing the formal recognition process.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that recognizes and commends Paula Whittle, a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist known as "the Mogul." It highlights her achievements as the founder and director of Atlanta International Fashion Week, where she made history as the first Black person and first woman to direct a global fashion week. The resolution acknowledges her contributions to the fashion industry, community development initiatives, and mentorship programs in Atlanta. The House of Representatives formally honors her accomplishments and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Whittle.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 6 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to real estate transfer tax, so as to revise the tax for sales to the United States Department of Homeland Security or United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement; to revise an exemption; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative for its work improving healthcare access in Georgia. The initiative, founded by three students in 2025, brings together students from various disciplines to engage in health policy education and advocacy. It has met with Georgia state legislators to discuss healthcare coverage and Medicaid policy while educating students on civic engagement and legislative processes. The resolution expresses official appreciation for the group's contributions to healthcare equity and directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 15-6-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the number of judges of superior courts, so as to provide for a twenty-first judge of the superior courts of the Atlanta Judicial Circuit; to provide for the appointment of such additional judge by the Governor; to provide for the election of successors to the judge initially appointed; to prescribe the powers of such judge; to provide for the powers and duties of such additional judge; to preserve existing local Acts regarding such judicial circuit; to provide for the compensation of such additional judge; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.