Rep. Yasmin Neal

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1019) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to commend Dr. Anthony W. Smith, Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools. It recognizes his leadership in Georgia's sixth-largest school district, his community service, and awards he received - including the 2015 Outstanding Servant in Educational Leadership Award. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for his contributions to education and community welfare. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Clayton County ad valorem taxes for county purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the base year assessed value of such homestead for residents of that county who are disabled veterans, senior citizens, unremarried surviving spouses of a peace officer or firefighter killed in the line of duty, or 100 percent disabled; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability and a sunset; 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 provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, approved February 8, 1955 (Ga. L. 1955, p. 2064), as amended, particularly by an Act approved May 6, 2024 (Ga. L. 2024, p. 4178), so as to revise and update provisions relating to the code of ethics and the board of ethics; to provide for administrative and support services; to provide for budgetary independence of such board; to provide for returns to grand jury; to provide for examination and approval and failure of such returns; to provide for employment of ethics officer and ethics administrator; to provide for hearings; to provide for petitions; to provide for referral of potential criminal activity to law enforcement; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 35-8-7 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the powers and duties of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, so as establish basic and in-service training courses on de-escalation techniques and methods; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dispossessory proceedings, so as to provide for a tenant seeking to limit public access to records of the court relating to dispossessory actions to be sealed under certain circumstances; to provide for exemptions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 801 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize and commend Dr. Ebonee Gresham for her community service and advocacy. It specifically highlights her work as a nurse, CEO of medical institutions, author, and advocate for issues including domestic violence, mental health, and women's empowerment, as well as her 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is purely a formal expression of praise. It was adopted by the House on March 27, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Dr. Gresham.

Maddy summaryHR 846 is a symbolic resolution recognizing Clayton County Public Schools' AgriTech Solutions Program, not a law with new policies. The resolution honors the program's work preparing students for careers in sustainable agriculture, agribusiness, and agritech through hands-on projects like hydroponics, gardening, and the Agriteens Club. It highlights the program's achievements, including STEM certifications for 11 schools and partnerships with industry and colleges. The resolution has no policy impact - it merely expresses the House's recognition of the program's existing educational contributions. (1 sentence as it is procedural.)

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 26, 2025, as "Clayton County Day" to honor the county's contributions. It has no policy impact or financial requirements - it serves solely as a ceremonial recognition of Clayton County's population, economic diversity, educational institutions, and role as home to Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. The resolution was passed unanimously by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 25, 2025.

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.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes DJ Aone on District 58 Day, a community initiative celebrating local leaders. It commends his decade-long music career, mentorship of emerging artists, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ equality and social justice. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers symbolic honor through a formal House commendation.