Rep. Billy Mitchell

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Dr. Foluso A. Fakorede, a physician and community leader in Mississippi, for reducing amputations by 88% through his work on peripheral artery disease (PAD) advocacy and cardiovascular care. It recognizes his role in founding the Congressional PAD Caucus, his leadership at Cardiovascular Solutions of Central Mississippi, and his national awards including the American Heart Association’s 2023 Louis B. Russell Award. The House adopted this non-binding resolution to honor his service to underserved communities, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on legislation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 11 of Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, so as to provide that the election superintendent of a county may permit any elector of the county to vote in any precinct of the county which such elector chooses in a primary, election, or runoff under certain conditions; to provide for certain notices; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state flag, seal, and other symbols, so as to provide for placement of a monument to honor the Original 33; to provide for a short title; 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 Gwinnett Judicial Circuit and providing for its powers, duties, jurisdiction, and officers, approved February 12, 1960 (Ga. L. 1960, p. 110), as amended, particularly by an Act approved April 10, 2014 (Ga. L. 2014, p. 3722), so as to change provisions relating to the salary supplements for the judges of the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit; to provide for a contingent effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the assessment and collection of a technology fee by the Probate Court of DeKalb County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for the termination of such technology fee and dedication of residual funds; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions, so as to designate the second Monday of each August as Local Elected Officials Day in Georgia; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 961) is a ceremonial honor, not a policy bill. It formally commends Sherilyn P. Bell, a healthcare professional and advocate, for her career in clinical research, laboratory management, and her role in advancing the U.S. Lymphedema Treatment Act (which closed Medicare coverage gaps for compression garments). The resolution expresses the House's appreciation for her work with advocacy groups, patient support organizations, and her leadership in healthcare equity. It directs the House Clerk to provide Bell with a copy of the resolution but does not create new laws or affect anyone’s rights.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to holidays and observances, so as to designate the first day of the legislative session each year as "Civility Day" in Georgia; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 13, 2025, as "Lou Walker Senior Center Day" to recognize the 20th anniversary of the Lou Walker Senior Center in Stonecrest, Georgia. It honors the center's role in providing services like wellness programs, social activities, and community support for DeKalb County seniors. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it is purely symbolic recognition of the center's community impact and its founder, Lou Walker. It directly affects the center and its senior community members in DeKalb County, Georgia.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial House resolution commending V&L Research and Consulting for its 35th anniversary and contributions to market research. It recognizes the company's work with major clients like the CDC, Bank of America, and Coca-Cola, as well as its industry awards and community impact. The resolution has no policy changes or direct effects on people or laws - it is purely symbolic recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on April 2, 2025.