Rep. Omari Crawford

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to carrying and possession of firearms, so as to repeal certain provisions allowing personnel to carry weapons within school safety zones and at school functions; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 318 is a symbolic resolution commending Reverend Dr. William J. Smith Jr. for his community leadership and religious service, specifically recognizing his work as pastor of Wheat Street Baptist Church in Atlanta and his founding of community initiatives like Embracing Hope of Howard County. It highlights his contributions to intergenerational ministry, community development, and his authorship of *Under One Roof: Building an Intergenerational Church*. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors him with a formal commendation and a copy of the resolution. This is a standard commemorative measure with no direct effect on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a House resolution (HR 305) honoring Richard B. Sagers, a Black veteran and truck driver who challenged racial discrimination in the transportation industry. It commemorates his 1972 landmark class-action lawsuit, *Sagers v. Yellow Freight System*, which exposed discriminatory hiring practices under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and helped dismantle racial barriers in trucking. The resolution, adopted by the House on February 19, 2025, recognizes his legacy on the 32nd anniversary of his death, acknowledging his role as the first Black over-the-road driver in the Southern Conference and his contributions to civil rights. It has no policy impact beyond commemoration.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to provide for a tax credit for costs of doing business with Georgia grown hemp owners and suppliers; to provide for terms and conditions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 277) honors Cornelius Lashon Taylor, a Georgia resident who died on January 16, 2025, by commemorating his life and contributions. It recognizes his deep ties to Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, his passion for arts and literature, and his community involvement at Ebenezer Baptist Church. The House of Representatives formally adopted the resolution on February 18, 2025, directing the Clerk to share copies with Taylor's family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and directly affects no individuals or groups beyond expressing collective mourning.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 23 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to licensing of agents, agencies, subagents, counselors, and adjusters, so as to require licensed adjusters to be licensed contractors; to limit an adjuster's license based on the type of contractor license held; to provide for licensed contractors to become licensed adjusters; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 267) formally recognizing and commending Keiton Robinson, a University of West Georgia biology student and active leader in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and campus organizations. It highlights his academic achievements, leadership roles (including as Chapter Basileus and Secretary of the Pan-Hellenic Council), and receipt of multiple scholarships. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' appreciation for his accomplishments and directs a copy to be sent to him. As a non-binding commendation, it does not create policy changes or affect any laws or regulations.

A BILL To be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to provide for a cause of action for workplace harassment and retaliation; to provide for definitions; to provide for certain facts to be determined at trial by a jury; to provide for an affirmative defense; to provide for a statute of limitations; to provide for relief and damages; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 3-9, 2025, as Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Week at the Iowa state capitol. It directly recognizes FBLA, a national student organization with over 250,000 members in schools across Iowa and the U.S., which focuses on business education and career development. The resolution has no new requirements or funding; it simply authorizes the Iowa House of Representatives to publicly acknowledge FBLA's work during that week. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 239) is a ceremonial measure adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives to commemorate the 116th Founders Day of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). It honors the organization's founding in 1909 by figures including W.E.B. Du Bois and Ida B. Wells-Barnett, recognizing their historic work against racial discrimination. The resolution has no binding policy impact - it solely expresses the House's support for the NAACP's legacy and ongoing civil rights efforts.