Rep. Doreen Carter

Maddy summaryThis bill is a recognition resolution that formally commends Gwinnett County Public Schools, Georgia's largest school district, for its work serving nearly 180,000 students. The resolution acknowledges the district's commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and student-centered education, and specifically honors the upcoming Capitol Day event scheduled for March 25, 2026. It does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge the district's contributions and encourage civic engagement among students and community members.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends State Representative Dewey McClain for his public service to Georgia. It highlights his career as a former professional football player, his long tenure in state government, and his extensive volunteer work with various community organizations. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to the state and community.

A RESOLUTION commending the Clarke County School District for preserving the historic and significant West Broad Street School Campus; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Mr. Anthony J. Royal, Sr. and Mrs. Leslie E. Royal for their achievements in business, community service, and faith leadership. It formally recognizes their work operating Robert's Soul Food Restaurant and launching their new restaurant, Blessings, as well as their nonprofit organization Forty Days to Deliverance, Inc. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the couple. It does not create new laws or change policy but serves to publicly acknowledge their contributions.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Nancy Davordzi for her contributions to hospitality, retail, and community development. It highlights her work as an entrepreneur in the restaurant industry, owner of an Afrocentric boutique, and founder of Afrovibez, which promotes African heritage and cultural unity. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the document to Nancy Davordzi as an official acknowledgment of her achievements. This type of bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to honor an individual's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that recognizes May 25, 2026, as Africa Day and honors the organization Afrovibez for its cultural leadership in Georgia. It acknowledges the historical significance of Africa Day, which commemorates the founding of the Organization of African Unity in 1963, and highlights the contributions of African and diaspora communities to the state. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and media, but does not create new laws or change government operations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-218 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to duty-free lunch period and planning period required, exemption for extenuating circumstances, and funding, so as to provide that said Code section shall not be subject to waiver; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-86 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to license plates promoting or supporting certain agencies, funds, or nonprofit corporations with proceeds disbursed to the general fund and the agency, fund, or nonprofit corporation, so as to establish a specialty license plate honoring Jackson State University; to provide for related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 20 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding personnel administration, so as to add stillbirth as a qualifying event for parental leave for eligible state employees; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-157 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to uniform reporting system for certain purposes, dual credit courses, and academic eligibility requirements to receive HOPE scholarship, so as to provide for the inclusion of advanced placement, international baccalaureate, and Cambridge fine arts courses in the calculation of grade point averages for determining student eligibility for the HOPE scholarships and other scholarships; to provide for applicability; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.