Rep. Derrick Jackson

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding public utilities and public transportation, so as to enact the "Data Center Impact Assessment and Development Moratorium Act of 2026"; to prohibit the construction or development of new data centers for a specified time; to establish the Data Center Impact Assessment Commission; to provide for membership, terms, meetings, and compensation of such committee; to provide an effective date; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 16 of the O.C.G.A., relating to crimes and offenses, so as to limit the lawful authority of law enforcement officers in certain situations; to amend Title 17 of the O.C.G.A., relating to criminal procedure, so as to restrict the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers; to provide for a definition; to amend Title 35 of the O.C.G.A., relating to law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings during routine operations; to amend Title 40 of the O.C.G.A., relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to require law enforcement to comply with Code Section 35-1-25 when signaling for a vehicle to stop; to provide for a short title; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes the 29 workers (primarily Black women) who died in the 1971 Thiokol Chemical Corporation explosion in Woodbine, Georgia, and acknowledges the 50 injured. It specifically names the victims - such as Gertrude Anderson and Mary Alice Baker - and expresses the Georgia House's deepest sympathy to their families and the Woodbine community. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute to honor their sacrifice, which historically contributed to safety reforms like OSHA's creation. As a commemorative measure, it does not enact new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHR 1148 is a ceremonial House resolution (not a law) that honors the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals. It recognizes the association's members - over 1.3 million certified nutrition and foodservice professionals who work in settings like nursing homes, schools, hospitals, and correctional facilities - for ensuring food safety, proper nutrition, and compliance with health regulations. The resolution specifically highlights their role in preventing foodborne illness (affecting 48 million Americans annually) and supporting vulnerable populations. It has no legal effect; the House simply commends the association and directs the Clerk to share a copy with them.

Maddy summaryHR 1142 is a symbolic resolution recognizing January 29, 2026, as "Doula Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors doulas - non-clinical support providers who assist pregnant, birthing, and postpartum individuals - and highlights specific Georgia doulas and agencies (like YS Doula Services and The Susie King Taylor Foundation) that offer community-based care. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policy changes but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of doulas' role in improving maternal health outcomes. It was unanimously passed by the Georgia House of Representatives on January 28, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 1096 is a ceremonial resolution commending Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a national organization founded in 1938 that supports African-American youth through leadership development and community service. The resolution formally recognizes the organization's work nurturing future leaders, its 262 chapters nationwide, and its philanthropic foundation. It does not create new laws, alter policies, or affect any individuals or entities beyond offering symbolic recognition. The bill passed the House on January 27, 2026, as a procedural resolution with no substantive policy impact.

A RESOLUTION encouraging the Department of Education to implement a public awareness campaign for grade levels K-12 regarding blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state flag, seal, and other symbols, so as to provide for placement of a monument to honor the Original 33; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the governing authority of the City of Fairburn to levy an excise tax pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 48-13-51 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to create the Public Facilities Authority of the City of Fairburn; to provide for a short title and definitions; to confer powers and impose duties on the authority; to provide for the membership of the authority and their terms of office, qualifications, duties, powers, and compensation; to provide for venue and jurisdiction; to provide for trust funds; to provide for charges; to provide for tort immunity; to provide for tax exemptions and exemptions from levy and sale; to provide for area of operation; to provide for supplemental powers; to provide for effect on other governments; to provide for conveyance of property upon dissolution; to provide for liberal construction; to provide for severability; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.