Rep. Sandra Scott

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mother Bernice Brim Powe, who passed away in September 2024 at age 90. It formally recognizes her contributions as a Christian minister, educator, and community leader while extending condolences to her family. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to her family for their records. This type of bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to acknowledge an individual's life and achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mother Annie Eliza Brim Hughes, who passed away in May 2025. It formally recognizes her contributions to her family, church, and community through caregiving and service. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to her family for their records.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Arlecia Battle for her 23 years of service to Clayton County Public Schools. It highlights her career progression from volunteer to executive assistant, noting her historic achievement as the first Black female assistant to the superintendent. The resolution also acknowledges her personal resilience, family contributions, and receipt of the Employee of the Year award in 2013. The House of Representatives has officially adopted this commendation to honor her legacy and wishes her well in retirement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and legacy of Malinda Naomi Givens, who passed away in 1975. It formally recognizes her contributions to her church, family, and community through a ceremonial acknowledgment by the House of Representatives. The document directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Givens' family for their records.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Mr. Henry Harrison, a 100-year-old resident of Gadsden County, Florida, who passed away on July 20. The resolution recognizes his contributions as a church member, school custodian, and family man, and extends condolences to his family. It authorizes the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Mr. Harrison's family for their records. The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHR 1473 creates a House Study Committee on Lupus to examine challenges faced by people with lupus in accessing disability benefits. The committee, composed of seven members (four House Health Committee legislators and three non-legislative experts including medical and patient advocacy representatives), will study issues like delayed Social Security approvals, documentation difficulties due to lupus' variable symptoms, and the financial strain on patients. It will not enact laws but will research these problems and recommend potential legislative solutions by December 2026. This resolution directly affects lupus patients and advocates by initiating a formal review of their disability claim process challenges.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 31, 2026, as Morrow Day at the state capitol to honor the City of Morrow in Clayton County, Georgia. The bill recognizes the city's significance as an Atlanta metropolitan area community with notable institutions like Clayton State University and the Southlake Mall. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press, allowing for public awareness of the commemoration. The measure does not change laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the city's contributions and growth.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and legacy of Mary Ann Harrison, a resident of Clayton County, Georgia, who passed away in 2006. It formally recognizes her contributions to her faith community and family, and extends condolences to her surviving relatives. The bill directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Harrison's family for their records.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Atlanta Dermatology and Aesthetics, PC, for its 10th anniversary. It recognizes the practice's contributions to the medical community and its growth under the leadership of Dr. Sumayah Taliaferro. The resolution formally congratulates the company and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the commendation to the practice. This type of bill does not change laws or policy but serves to publicly acknowledge the organization's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Sister Bessie Mae (Harrison) Manuel, a community member from Gadsden County, Florida. It formally recognizes her contributions to her church, family, and community, noting her faith, dedication to service, and role as a mother and grandmother. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the document to her family for their records. This type of bill does not change laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to acknowledge her impact.