Rep. Saira Draper

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution recognizing Representative Dewey McClain for his public service to the State of Georgia. It directly affects Representative McClain by formally commending his leadership and dedication to his community and state. The resolution acknowledges his contributions to the Georgia House of Representatives and authorizes the Clerk to provide a copy of the document to him. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution recognizing Raksha Inc. on its 30th anniversary and does not create new laws or change existing policies. It directly affects Raksha Inc., a Georgia-based organization that provides support services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of violence, particularly within the South Asian community. The resolution commends the organization for its three decades of culturally responsive services, advocacy work, and leadership in violence prevention across Georgia and the nation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to create and establish in DeKalb County, Georgia, districts from which the members of the County Board of Education of DeKalb County shall be elected, approved April 12, 1963 (Ga. L. 1963, p. 3424), as amended, so as to establish protocols governing the recruitment, vetting, and appointment of and contracting with the superintendent of the DeKalb County School System; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the Natural Gas Association of Georgia on its 10th anniversary. It also highlights the launch of the Everyday Energy Heroes campaign, which aims to acknowledge individuals who contribute to safe and reliable natural gas service in the state. The resolution names specific nominees for the 2025 Everyday Energy Heroes award and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the association. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the organization's milestone.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month to increase public understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects people of all backgrounds. The resolution highlights the importance of research, treatment access, and support for patients, caregivers, and families impacted by the disease. It also acknowledges the higher risk of ALS among military veterans and recognizes the work of the ALS Association in funding research and providing care services. The House of Representatives will distribute copies of this resolution to the public and press to promote awareness.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending OJ da Juiceman for his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop culture and his pioneering role in the development of Southern trap music; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION urging the Department of Education and local school systems to prioritize the inclusion of ex officio, honorary, and nonvoting student representatives on its local boards of education to increase student engagement and advocacy in the policy issues that determine academic outcomes for Georgia's children; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 7 and Chapter 5 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to financial institutions and the "Georgia Uniform Securities Act of 2008," respectively, so as to remove an exemption from securities regulation for certain financial institutions; to provide for notes as securities; to exempt certain notes as securities; to provide for a rebuttable presumption; 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 Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," so as to prohibit certain practices by landlords and coordinators involving the use of nonpublic competitor data to influence rental price and occupancy decisions; to provide for annual certification and record retention; to provide for enforcement; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryHR 1489 is a formal resolution commending the 5th Annual Decatur Lunar New Year Festival, adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 25, 2026. It recognizes the festival’s role in celebrating cultural heritage and fostering community unity, with no substantive policy changes or financial impact. The resolution’s sole mechanism is the House’s official commendation, including a copy sent to festival organizers. This procedural resolution directly affects Decatur’s festival organizers by formally acknowledging their event.