Rep. Omari Crawford

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 670) formally recognizes and commends The Association of St. Augustine Alumni-Atlanta (ASAAA) for its work supporting St. Augustine's educational mission. It does not create new policies, funding, or obligations; instead, it symbolically honors the group's efforts in fostering alumni connections, organizing community service initiatives, and providing scholarships. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to ASA Atlanta as a gesture of appreciation. This is purely ceremonial with no direct impact on legislation, budgets, or regulations.

A RESOLUTION commending Hyong Kun "Sam" Yi (hereinafter "Sam Yi") for his trailblazing and extraordinary contributions to Georgia's jazz community; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution compensates Joseph Samuel Watkins for his wrongful conviction and 22 years of incarceration following his exoneration in 2023. It directs the state to pay $1,688,527.40 total - $535,000 as an initial lump sum and the remainder as a 10-year annuity starting in 2026 - to Watkins for his losses. Watkins must sign a waiver releasing Georgia from all future claims related to his case. The resolution applies solely to Watkins and does not establish a general compensation program for exonerees in Georgia.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Maurice Davis, owner of J.M.R. Tires, Southeast Atlanta, for his outstanding contributions to the community; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) commending the Associate of St. Augustine Alumni-Atlanta (ASAAA) for its community service and support of St. Augustine's mission. It recognizes ASA AA's work organizing alumni events, fundraising for scholarships, and partnering with local organizations like schools and shelters. The resolution contains no new policy, funding, or legal requirements - it simply expresses the Georgia House's appreciation for the group's efforts. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on laws or regulations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to security deposits, so as to provide that prior to tendering a security deposit, the tenant shall be presented with a comprehensive list of any existing damage to the premises and shall include an itemization of all fees associated with such tenant's lease; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 69 is a symbolic resolution designating the third Thursday in April as Biomedical Research Day. It recognizes the contributions of biomedical technicians, animal care staff, and veterinarians, while highlighting the role of animal studies in developing medical treatments for humans and animals. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about biomedical research advancements and promote career opportunities in the field, without creating new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health of students, so as to provide that the Department of Education shall develop a mental health crisis plan to rapidly provide mental health services to students experiencing incidents of violence, threats of violence, natural disasters, or other crisis situations; to provide for a definition; to provide for the development and distribution of promotional materials, training programs, and curricula; to provide for the adoption of rules and regulations; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 336 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the Shepherd Center in Atlanta for its 50th anniversary of providing rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities. It formally commends the center’s work since 1975, highlighting its mission to help patients rebuild lives after injuries or illnesses like spinal cord damage, brain injuries, or multiple sclerosis. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative support through a formal statement. It was unanimously adopted by the House on February 20, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, so as to prohibit insurers from raising private passenger motor vehicle insurance rates more often than once every calendar year; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to provide for applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.