Rep. Doreen Carter

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1026) adopted by the House of Representatives to formally recognize The dReam Center Church of Atlanta on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. It acknowledges the church's founding in 2005, its community service, and its role in spreading religious values, but contains no substantive policy changes or obligations. The resolution serves only as a symbolic gesture of commendation, with no legal effect or impact on public policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Dr. Foluso A. Fakorede, a physician and community leader in Mississippi, for reducing amputations by 88% through his work on peripheral artery disease (PAD) advocacy and cardiovascular care. It recognizes his role in founding the Congressional PAD Caucus, his leadership at Cardiovascular Solutions of Central Mississippi, and his national awards including the American Heart Association’s 2023 Louis B. Russell Award. The House adopted this non-binding resolution to honor his service to underserved communities, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on legislation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 11 of Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, so as to provide that the election superintendent of a county may permit any elector of the county to vote in any precinct of the county which such elector chooses in a primary, election, or runoff under certain conditions; to provide for certain notices; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 9 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to grants for educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide for up to $500,000.00 in matching grants by the State Board of Education to local units of administration for the purpose of providing home reading programs for students in kindergarten through fourth grade; to authorize the State Board of Education to receive and administer federal funds for such grants; to provide for eligibility; to require the State Board of Education to develop rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating a new charter for the City of Conyers, approved March 16, 1978 (Ga. L. 1978, p. 3868), as amended, so as to revise the city boundaries; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the assessment and collection of a technology fee by the Probate Court of DeKalb County; to identify the authorized uses of such technology fee; to provide for the termination of such technology fee and dedication of residual funds; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 13, 2025, as "Lou Walker Senior Center Day" to recognize the 20th anniversary of the Lou Walker Senior Center in Stonecrest, Georgia. It honors the center's role in providing services like wellness programs, social activities, and community support for DeKalb County seniors. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it is purely symbolic recognition of the center's community impact and its founder, Lou Walker. It directly affects the center and its senior community members in DeKalb County, Georgia.

Maddy summaryHR 920 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Stacey Garel, an Atlanta native and Stonecrest resident, for her professional achievements and community contributions. The resolution formally commends her as a bestselling author, event planner, and organizer of major events like the 2012 Democratic National Convention and Super Bowls, highlighting her 2023 RICE Award and Georgia Outstanding Citizen Award. This non-binding resolution does not create new laws or affect government operations; it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. The resolution was adopted by the House on April 2, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends Mikayla Arciaga, Georgia advocacy director for IDRA (Intercultural Development Research Association), for her community work during Women's History Month. It recognizes her background as a former high school math teacher and swim coach, and her advocacy for inclusive classrooms and community engagement in state policymaking. The bill has no policy impact - it is purely a symbolic gesture of recognition with no new laws, funding, or requirements. (Procedural resolution; 2 sentences)

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes Pamela Brown, a Rockdale County Board of Education member and Georgia School Boards Association District IV Director, for her community leadership and dedication to education during Women's History Month. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial commendation of her service, including her roles in school boards, economic development, and community organizations. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives and will be presented to Ms. Brown.