Rep. Johnny Chastain

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to enhance penalties related to qualifications for and registration of voters; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 1911 Rand McNally map of Dawson County, Georgia, which documents now-vanished communities like Afton, Amicalola, and Barrettsville. It recognizes the map’s historical value in illustrating early 20th-century geography, settlements, and agricultural communities that shaped the county’s development. The resolution encourages public education and preservation efforts to understand Dawson County’s evolving cultural and geographic legacy. As a non-binding commemorative measure, it does not create new policies or affect any individuals or entities.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Georgia Forestry Commission for serving the State of Georgia as an emergency response agency; the Worth County Unit on being named the 2024 Unit of the Year for Service; the Fannin/Towns/Union Unit on being named the 2024 Unit of the Year for Community Engagement; Clark Rountree for being named 2024 Wildland Firefighter of the Year; and Kevin Lee for being named 2024 Forester of the Year; 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 the use of school facilities by certain youth groups; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 376) is a ceremonial House of Representatives commendation honoring HOPE AACR, a nonprofit organization that provides animal-assisted crisis support. It recognizes HOPE AACR’s work deploying trained handlers and therapy dogs to assist individuals affected by disasters, such as hurricanes, and to support agencies like FEMA and the Red Cross. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses formal recognition of the organization’s volunteer service. It was adopted by the House on February 24, 2025, with no new requirements or funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 322) is a ceremonial expression of appreciation for the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia. It commends the Scouts for their community service and youth development work, noting their statewide presence with over 40,000 scouts. The resolution designates February 26, 2025, as "Scouts Day at the Capitol," encouraging state representatives to participate in events where Scouts learn about government and engage with lawmakers. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 3-9, 2025, as Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Week at the Iowa state capitol. It directly recognizes FBLA, a national student organization with over 250,000 members in schools across Iowa and the U.S., which focuses on business education and career development. The resolution has no new requirements or funding; it simply authorizes the Iowa House of Representatives to publicly acknowledge FBLA's work during that week. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Edgar Land as Gilmer County's 2024 Citizen of the Year for his community service, including mentoring youth, leading organizations like the Ellijay Lions Club, and overseeing the Georgia Child Identification Program. It directly recognizes Land's lifelong contributions to his community and faith-based initiatives. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial commendation with no new laws or funding. The House formally adopted it on February 11, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to animal protection, so as to revise certain provisions relating to the impounding of domesticated animals by a government agency and the care of such impounded domesticated animals; to require a court order prior to the euthanasia of any impounded domesticated animal; to provide for state or local liability in cases of the death of, loss of, or injury to an impounded domesticated animal under certain circumstances; to provide for notice and hearings; to provide a definition; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes February 6, 2025, as "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its network of 70+ local affiliates, which run community programs like litter prevention, recycling drives, and beautification initiatives. The resolution does not create new laws or funding - it is a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the foundation’s annual impact, including reducing litter by 75% over 15 years and engaging over 99,000 volunteers yearly. It affects public awareness of the foundation’s efforts but has no direct policy or financial impact.