Rep. Derrick Jackson

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act providing a homestead exemption from City of College Park ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for the full amount of the assessed value of the homestead for certain residents of that city who are disabled or who are 65 years of age or older, approved May 1, 2023 (Ga. L. 2023, p. 3696), so as to remove the income cap from such exemption; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide for a homestead exemption from City of Peachtree City ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes in the amount of $5,000.00 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that city who are 65 years of age or over and whose income does not exceed $30,000.00, approved May 5, 2005 (Ga. L. 2005, p. 3719), so as to increase the income cap related to qualifying for such exemption to $60,000.00; to increase the value of the exemption to $30,000.00 of the assessed value; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to provide for mandatory execution of election and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 35-1-19 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the prohibition of disclosure of arrest booking photographs, so as to strengthen protections for individuals who have not been convicted of crimes; to provide for a short title; to provide for a definition; to provide for removal procedures for remove-for-pay publications and websites; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to fix the salary of the sheriff of Fulton County; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House resolution (HR 922) commending The Empowerment Workshop (TEW) nonprofit and its founder, Le'Dor Milteer, for community work in Atlanta. It recognizes TEW's programs supporting youth, small businesses, minority communities, and seniors, including events like Juneteenth and the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival, as well as volunteer initiatives at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The resolution formally honors their advocacy, equity efforts, and community engagement but does not create new laws or policies. It was adopted by the House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 715) formally recognizes and commends Alvin J. Copeland for his 47-year career in Georgia education and athletics. It highlights his work as a teacher, coach, and mentor at Hubbard High School and Northeast High School, including leading teams to multiple state championships and regional titles. The resolution specifically honors his contributions to student-athletes and his induction into several halls of fame. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to publicly acknowledge his service.

Maddy summaryHR 725 is a formal resolution recognizing the National Vitiligo Bond Inc. Foundation for its work supporting people with vitiligo. It does not create new laws or funding; instead, it symbolically commends the foundation’s efforts to expand awareness, establish support networks across 20 states, advocate for Vitiligo Awareness Month, and partner with organizations like Emory Dermatology and L’Oréal. The resolution’s key action is authorizing the House Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the foundation. This is a procedural gesture of appreciation, not a policy change affecting any specific individuals or programs.

Maddy summaryHR 714 is a House resolution commending Brittany Thompkins of Macon, Georgia, for receiving the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Award. The resolution recognizes her achievements as a single mother, entrepreneur (founder of Sweet Serenity Lemonade), and community member who balances full-time work with raising two children while supporting her family’s success. It does not create new laws or policies; it is a formal expression of legislative praise. The House adopted the resolution on March 25, 2025, directing the Clerk to provide a copy to Ms. Thompkins.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Paul Milliken, Feature Reporter for Fox 5's WAGA-TV's Good Day Atlanta, for his outstanding contributions to journalism and the Atlanta community; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Reverend Dr. William Holmes Robinson on the occasion of his 13th pastoral anniversary; and for other purposes.