Rep. Viola Davis

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 472) expresses the House of Representatives' support for families caring for premature infants (born before 37 weeks gestation). It acknowledges the health risks to infants, emotional/financial burdens on families, mental health challenges for parents, and barriers to care. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes these issues and supports existing efforts to improve medical care, financial assistance, and mental health resources for affected families. It was adopted by the House on March 3, 2025, as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 470) formally commends Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, for her leadership and work advancing education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and cultural preservation across Africa. It recognizes her founding of Elevate Africa and the Royal Iwere Foundation, which support STEM education, female entrepreneurship, and sustainable development initiatives. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it simply honors her contributions through a formal House of Representatives recognition. It was adopted by the House on March 3, 2025, and directs the Clerk to share a copy with her.

A RESOLUTION urging the General Assembly to enact the Workplace Safety and Heat Protection Act (LC 46 0977) to safeguard workers from extreme heat conditions that endanger their health and economic security; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Help for Healthcare Professionals Inc. and recognizing February 24, 2025, as HHCP Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the invaluable contributions of school bus drivers and school food service workers and recognizing February 28, 2025, as Honoring Heroes Day; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the Spelman College Glee Club on its 100th anniversary for its outstanding contributions to the arts and community; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 26, 2025, as "DeKalb Day" at the Georgia state capitol to recognize DeKalb County's history, diversity, economic contributions, and leadership. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of the county's role as a cultural, educational, and economic hub in Georgia. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives on February 26, 2025.

A RESOLUTION commending Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for its 112 years of service and recognizing March 3, 2025, as Delta Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends specific small business advocacy organizations in Georgia - including the Small Business Majority, Urban League of Greater Atlanta, and others - and designates March 5, 2025, as "Small Business Advocacy Day" to acknowledge their work supporting entrepreneurs. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it serves as a ceremonial recognition of these groups' efforts to foster economic growth and equitable opportunities for small businesses. The resolution has no binding effect on government action or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 369), not a substantive bill. It formally commends Ms. Donehoo, a literature teacher at Benjamin Banneker High School in Atlanta, for being named Teacher of the Year. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' recognition of her educational achievements and dedication to students. It has no policy impact or funding changes - it solely serves to honor her accomplishment through a formal statement.