A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding health, so as to provide for safer menstrual products in this state; to provide for definitions; to prohibit restricted substances in menstrual products; to provide for the Department of Public Health to identify restricted substances, establish allowable trace thresholds, and provide for a phased compliance schedule; to require ingredient labeling on packages or boxes; to require third-party testing of ingredients; to provide for public disclosure of such testing results; to provide for a civil penalty; to require the Department of Public Health to establish a public education campaign; to provide for periodic review; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsored bills
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sales and use taxes, so as to eliminate the state sales and use tax on menstrual hygiene products on certain weekends; to provide for definitions; to provide for the state revenue commissioner to designate such tax-free weekends; to provide for the Department of Revenue to publish dates of such tax-free weekends; to exclude local sales and use taxes; to provide for compliance by retailers; to provide for regulations, forms, and instructions; to provide for public awareness campaigns; to provide for automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing CBS Atlanta (WUPA-TV) for outstanding public service in honor of Georgia Severe Weather Preparation Week; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1214) commends WXIA Atlanta (11Alive) for its weather coverage and public safety efforts during Georgia Severe Weather Preparation Week. It specifically recognizes the station’s role in providing timely weather forecasts, emergency communications, and community education on severe weather risks like tornadoes and floods. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally honors WXIA Atlanta’s partnership with emergency management agencies and its service to Georgians. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives in February 2026.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1219) formally commends FOX 5 Atlanta for its weather coverage and public safety communications during Georgia Severe Weather Preparation Week. It recognizes the station's role in providing timely forecasts, emergency alerts, and preparedness education to Georgians, particularly during severe weather events like tornadoes and floods. The resolution has no legal effect - it is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia House of Representatives expressing appreciation for the station's public service. It directly affects FOX 5 Atlanta as the recipient of this formal recognition.
A RESOLUTION recognizing the WSB-TV Meteorology Team for outstanding public service in honor of Georgia Severe Weather Preparation Week; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing Atlanta News First/WANF for outstanding public service in honor of Georgia Severe Weather Preparation Week; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing March 2026 as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month in Georgia in order to raise awareness of the need for research, screening programs, and access to care for individuals who suffer from chronic kidney disease; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 1216 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Youth Civic Advisory Board (YCAB) for its work in College Park. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges YCAB's role in elevating youth voices in community decision-making, particularly through initiatives addressing homelessness. The resolution highlights YCAB's activities - such as advising school leadership, presenting to the City Council, and organizing community service - but has no binding policy impact. It serves solely as a ceremonial expression of support for youth-led civic engagement.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 34 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the OneGeorgia Authority, so as to create the Georgia Investment Act Pilot Fund and the Joint Legislative Oversight Commission on Georgia United Investment; to provide for definitions; to provide for state investment in underdeveloped communities across this state; to provide for criteria and limitations for disbursements from such fund; to provide for annual accounting; to provide for annual reporting; to provide for members and purpose of the commission; to provide for meetings and hearings; to provide for quorum; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.