Rep. Doreen Carter

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1435), not a policy bill. It formally commends Judge Phinia Aten for her service as Chief Judge of Rockdale County's Magistrate Court and her leadership in the Rockdale Judicial Circuit. The resolution recognizes her historic role as the first African American woman judge in her circuit, her community engagement efforts, and her work on programs that reduced recidivism. It has no policy impact or legal effect - it solely serves to honor her contributions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Student Finance Authority, so as to create the Georgia Teacher Retention Scholarship to provide scholarships to children of public school teachers who have been teaching for at least ten years to cover the cost of tuition at eligible postsecondary institutions; to provide for eligibility; to provide for scholarship award amounts; to provide for continued eligibility; to provide for applications; to provide for definitions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for a funding contingency; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 2B of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Georgia Promise Scholarship Act," so as to clarify student residency qualification for promise scholarship accounts; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 14 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide for the Georgia Public School Excellence and Stability (GPSES) grant program; to provide for eligibility; to provide for requirements; to clarify student residency qualification for promise scholarship accounts; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a policy bill) passed by the House of Representatives. It formally recognizes and commends the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association for its work supporting underrepresented professionals through career development, mentorship, scholarships, and leadership programs. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the House's appreciation for the chapter's contributions to economic empowerment and community development in Atlanta. No specific individuals or entities are directly affected by this resolution.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1381), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, for its community service work. The resolution highlights the church's large membership (over 22,000), ministries addressing food insecurity (Kings Table Ministry), housing (The Benison ATL development), and youth programs (Catapult Summer Academy), but contains no binding policy changes or funding. It serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives, with no effect on laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1365) recognizing fifth-grade student Ivan Soto of Norcross Elementary School (House District 96) for his artistic talent and dedication to visual arts. It commends his skills as a cartoonist, his bilingual Mexican-American heritage, and his creative process, noting his teacher and family's support. The resolution has no policy changes or legal effect - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. The House formally adopted it on February 12, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 1364 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) that commends Jerely Vazquez, a fourth-grade student at Norcross Elementary School in House District 96, for her artistic talent and dedication to visual arts. It recognizes her skill in pencil drawing, future aspirations to become a portrait artist, and her cultural heritage, without creating any new policies or affecting public programs. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 12, 2026, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Jerely. It is purely symbolic, honoring one student’s achievements.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize Georgia State University's achievements. It commends the university for its rankings in teaching and innovation, student success metrics, research investments, and economic impact, without creating any new laws or obligations. The resolution formally expresses the House's appreciation for the university's contributions but has no direct effect on policy or funding. It was adopted by the House on February 12, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 1359 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally commend Lisa Morgan for her service as President of the Georgia Association of Educators (GAE). It recognizes her three-term leadership, which led to significant growth in GAE membership and advocacy for public education across Georgia. The resolution highlights her dedication to community welfare, educational leadership, and reputation for integrity. As a commemorative measure, it has no legal effect and solely serves to honor her contributions. The House adopted this resolution on February 12, 2026.