Rep. Karen Lupton

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 654), not a law, that formally commends the organization Community EsTr(El/La) for its work supporting transgender and immigrant communities in Georgia. It specifically recognizes the group's efforts on Trans Liberation Day, highlighting their provision of healthcare access, HIV prevention, hormone therapy referrals, advocacy, and educational programs like the Trans Queer School. The resolution has no policy impact - it’s a non-binding statement of support directed to the organization. It was introduced and read in the Georgia House of Representatives in March 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 4 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to financing under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to revise QBE program weights based on recommendations of the 2015 Education Reform Commission; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Councilwoman Dr. Melody Kelley, recipient of the 2025 Georgia Single Parent Fifth "Legacy Builders" Award; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 620 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize and commend the Atlantic Institute, a Georgia-based nonprofit organization. The resolution highlights the Institute's work fostering cultural understanding, peacebuilding, and community dialogue across the Southeastern U.S. through educational programs, interfaith initiatives, and events promoting cross-cultural exchange. It does not create new laws or policies, nor does it impose obligations; it is purely an honorific gesture. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 18, 2025, and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the Institute.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to authorize the Department of Community Health to submit a Section 1115 waiver request to the United States Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services; to authorize additional qualifying activity types; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 575 is a ceremonial resolution commending Moving in the Spirit, an Atlanta-based youth development organization founded in 1986. The resolution recognizes the group's 39-year impact on over 5,000 children through dance programs, partnerships with community organizations, and measurable outcomes like 96% increased student confidence and 100% high school graduation rates among participants. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally honors the organization's contributions to youth arts education. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives in March 2025 and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Moving in the Spirit.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Maritza Morelli for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION urging the Congress of the United States to adopt legislation requiring the Medicare program to provide for lifelong coverage of immunosuppressive drugs for liver, heart, and lung transplant recipients; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, and exemptions from income taxes, so as to provide for a tax credit for actual expenses incurred by any taxpayer in the provision of a warming center to unsheltered individuals on certain days of inclement weather; to provide for eligible expenditures; to provide for conditions, limitations, and penalties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 533) recognizing Araceli Barrientos for her community service in Georgia. It formally commends her work with organizations like Familias Azules (supporting families of children with autism), Parent to Parent of Georgia (assisting families with disabilities), and the Lifting Latinx Voices Initiative (providing health education). The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to honor her contributions. The Georgia House of Representatives passed it unanimously on March 6, 2025, to acknowledge her dedication to public service.