Rep. Viola Davis

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 930) symbolically recognizes March 29 to April 5, 2025, as "Georgia Community-Based Doula Week." It highlights doulas' role in providing continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to birthing people during labor, delivery, and postpartum care - particularly in underserved communities. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it solely serves to acknowledge doulas' contributions to maternal health and childbirth experiences. It was formally adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 893) formally commends Aretha Sharice Hopkins, identified as Toney Elementary School's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year in Decatur, Georgia, for her dedication to education. It has no policy impact or financial provisions - only symbolic recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 31, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide Hopkins with a copy. It directly affects Hopkins as the recipient of this ceremonial honor.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 848) honors the late Reverend Dr. Robert C. White Jr., a Georgia resident who served in the U.S. Army, retired as a Fulton County sheriff lieutenant, and pastored multiple United Methodist churches. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences for his passing and recognizes his military service, law enforcement career, faith leadership, and family. The bill directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on laws or constituents beyond symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryHR 820 is a symbolic resolution designating April 8 of each year as Black Women and Girls Awareness Day in Georgia. It does not create new laws or programs but formally recognizes the contributions and challenges faced by Black women and girls in the state. The resolution highlights their roles in Georgia's economy, workforce participation, educational achievements, and higher rates of business ownership, while acknowledging ongoing disparities in healthcare, STEM fields, and safety. This is a commemorative measure with no direct policy or funding changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 737) commending Marvin F. Billups Jr. for his 21-year service with DeKalb County, Georgia's Parks and Recreation Department, including roles as deputy director and interim director. It recognizes his leadership in managing services for over 700,000 residents, developing department programs, securing grants, and contributing nationally through organizations like the National Recreation and Park Association. The resolution formally expresses the House's recognition of his "efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service" and extends best wishes to him. It does not create any new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-13-30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to purchase, possession, manufacture, distribution, or sale of controlled substances or marijuana and penalties, so as to codify the proclamation by the Office of the President of the United States that would grant a pardon and restore full political, civil, and other rights regarding the offense of simple possession of marijuana; to provide for limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 725 is a formal resolution recognizing the National Vitiligo Bond Inc. Foundation for its work supporting people with vitiligo. It does not create new laws or funding; instead, it symbolically commends the foundation’s efforts to expand awareness, establish support networks across 20 states, advocate for Vitiligo Awareness Month, and partner with organizations like Emory Dermatology and L’Oréal. The resolution’s key action is authorizing the House Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the foundation. This is a procedural gesture of appreciation, not a policy change affecting any specific individuals or programs.

A RESOLUTION commending Ariel Shaw and Southern Crescent Women In Business Inc. upon their 2025 Small Business Conference: Equip, Inform, Transform; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Paul Milliken, Feature Reporter for Fox 5's WAGA-TV's Good Day Atlanta, for his outstanding contributions to journalism and the Atlanta community; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 733) is a formal commendation by the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Dana Fowle, an Emmy-winning FOX 5 Atlanta journalist, for her investigative reporting and community service. It specifically highlights her work exposing flaws in Georgia's child-welfare system - which led to state law changes - and her coverage of consumer issues like health, fraud, and environmental concerns over 20+ years. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely ceremonial, expressing the House's appreciation for her contributions. It was adopted by the House on March 25, 2025, and includes no binding requirements or financial obligations.