Rep. Lydia Glaize

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It honors the life and memory of Mother Hattie Lou Prothro-Newton, a Fulton County Schools dietitian, church member, and community figure who passed away. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to her family and acknowledges her 30-year career in school nutrition, faith-based service, and dedication to family and community. It has no policy impact or effect on any laws or regulations, serving solely as a formal expression of respect.

Maddy summaryHR 259 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally commend Dr. Mike Looney, the superintendent of Fulton County Schools and recipient of Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year award. It recognizes his leadership in overseeing 87,000 students across 104 schools, managing pandemic recovery efforts, and implementing initiatives like the "Bridge to Success" plan that improved graduation rates and academic outcomes. The resolution has no policy impact - it serves solely as a symbolic honor, with no new requirements or funding changes for Dr. Looney or the district.

Maddy summaryHR 260 is a non-binding House resolution commending Sanaa Scipio, an 11th-grade student at Landmark Christian School in Fairburn, Georgia. The resolution recognizes her leadership in school activities (including founding the Public Forum Debate Program), civic engagement (serving on the Fairburn Youth City Council and Fulton County Youth Commission), and over 400 volunteer hours. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a ceremonial gesture of recognition. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 13, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Sanaa Scipio.

A RESOLUTION urging the Georgia General Assembly to pass LC 46 0977, the Workplace Safety and Heat Protection Act, to ensure critical protections for workers facing extreme heat conditions; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill), designating February 26, 2025, as "Pace Day" at the Florida Capitol. It honors the Pace Center for Girls, a nonprofit providing trauma-informed education, counseling, and support to girls in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. The resolution symbolically recognizes the organization's work serving over 3,000 girls annually and its success in reducing juvenile justice system involvement. No new policies, funding, or obligations are created by this resolution.

Maddy summaryHR 229 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize Colonel (Ret.) Christopher Jenkins on his military retirement after 40 years of service. The resolution commends his distinguished career, including six overseas deployments, leadership roles, and numerous military awards like the Bronze Star Medal. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it solely serves as a formal expression of appreciation for his service to Georgia and the nation. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 11, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Colonel Jenkins.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 234) formally recognizes February 12, 2025, as "Afterschool Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It symbolically acknowledges the role of afterschool programs in supporting youth development, academic success, and community engagement. The resolution does not create new policies or allocate funding; it is a ceremonial gesture to highlight existing programs like BOOST grants and community initiatives. It was passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 11, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to require the State Board of Education to review and update, as necessary, policies, guidelines, and processes for awarding units of high school credit to students based on a demonstration of subject area competency; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for applicability; 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 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elementary and secondary education, so as to provide for free meals to public school students enrolled in after-school education programs or summer school education programs; to provide for policies, rules, and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to education, so as to repeal various provisions of the "Protect Students First Act," enacted by Ga. L. 2022, p.136, relating to divisive concepts; to repeal Code Section 20-1-11, relating to advocating for divisive concepts, prohibition on discrimination, practice of tolerance and mutual respect encouraged, complaint resolution policies, inspection of records, and waivers prohibited; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.