A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Atlanta News First (Atlanta WANF-TV) for its outstanding contribution to civic engagement and patriotism through the "Pledge of the Day" initiative; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution commending Terri Ali for her work developing the Firdous Community Farm at Mohammed Schools of Atlanta. The resolution highlights her role in creating a USDA-recognized 10,000-square-foot farm that provides students with hands-on sustainable agriculture education, including growing food, beekeeping, and composting, while supporting community health initiatives. It has no legislative effect beyond honoring her contributions to agricultural education and community wellness.
Maddy summaryHR 696 is a symbolic resolution recognizing Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her service as a Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council in Forest Park, Georgia. It commends her dedication to public service, community involvement, and personal life, including her work supporting city governance and her family. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect any policies - it is purely ceremonial. The House of Representatives adopted it on March 21, 2025, to honor her contributions.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 701) formally recognizes and commends Dr. Chanikki Brown-Reeves for her work as a Title I Instructional Coach in Clayton County Public Schools. It highlights her leadership in developing STEM education initiatives, including the STEM Initiative Program with AgriTech Solutions and Fort Valley State University, and her support for student programs like Agriteens and Georgia Women in Agriculture. The resolution serves as a symbolic honor from the Georgia House of Representatives, extending best wishes for her continued success in education. It does not create new laws or alter policies, as it is a non-binding commendation.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to landlord and tenant in general, so as to require landlords and managers of apartment buildings or complexes to provide local police and fire departments certain information; to provide for a penalty; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to retirement and pensions, so as to permit certain persons who would otherwise be required to be members of the Public School Employees Retirement System to make an irrevocable election to become members of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia; to provide for conditions; to prohibit transfers of creditable service; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 665) commends the Georgia Association of Senior Centers (GASC) and its founding board for their work supporting senior centers across Georgia during National Senior Center Month in September. It recognizes GASC's role in strengthening senior center operations, programming, and advocacy statewide, as well as the founding board's leadership in establishing the organization. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative recognition of GASC's contributions to Georgia's older adult community. It was adopted by the House of Representatives on March 20, 2025.
Maddy summaryHR 617 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the International WeLoveU Foundation for its humanitarian work. It specifically commends the foundation's 20 years of organizing blood drives and community service across 50+ countries, including pandemic-era efforts like the 2021 National Blood Donation Campaign and 2024 stadium-based drives. The resolution has no policy impact - it merely expresses congressional appreciation and directs the House Clerk to send a copy to the foundation. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any individuals or entities beyond the symbolic gesture.
Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Kenneth K. Mickens, a Georgia resident who served in the U.S. Army, worked in corrections and entrepreneurship, and was active in his church and community. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences upon his passing and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws, regulations, or specific groups beyond this formal expression of respect.
Maddy summaryThis is a House resolution (HR 614) expressing condolences for the passing of Lecester "Bill" Allen, a Georgia resident known for founding a successful education business serving thousands of students across multiple states and establishing the Allen Entrepreneurial Institute. The resolution formally honors his life and memory, citing his contributions to education, entrepreneurship, and community support. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a ceremonial expression of respect by the Georgia House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 18, 2025.
