Rep. Arlene Beckles

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Roberto Vargas, the founder of La Liga Lawrenceville, a youth and adult soccer league in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The resolution highlights Vargas's role in creating a community sports program that serves over 160 teams and supports Spanish-speaking residents in Gwinnett County. It expresses appreciation for the league's contributions to building confidence, resilience, and social connections among participants. The House of Representatives has adopted the resolution to honor Vargas and authorized the Clerk to distribute a copy of the commendation to him.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that recognizes and commends Nury Castillo Crawford, a Georgia educator, author, and founder of The Little Book Spot. It highlights her work promoting literacy and equity for children, including her development of the Hispanic Mentoring Program in Gwinnett County Public Schools. The resolution formally acknowledges her contributions to student success and literacy education in the state. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Crawford for distribution.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes for his retirement on April 11, 2026. It directly affects Reverend Haynes by acknowledging his 38 years of service as a pastor at Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Lilburn, Georgia. The resolution highlights his leadership in growing the congregation from fewer than 100 to over 4,500 members and his contributions to community engagement and spiritual growth. The House of Representatives will distribute a copy of this resolution to Reverend Haynes as a formal tribute to his accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Sylvia Goalen for her public service to the State of Georgia. It directly affects Sylvia Goalen by formally acknowledging her contributions as Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations and her advocacy work for literacy. The resolution highlights her 15+ years of service in traffic safety programs, community outreach, and leadership roles in literacy initiatives. It authorizes the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Sylvia Goalen as a formal record of recognition. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation for her past work.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Edgardo Aponte for his public service in Georgia. It directly affects Aponte by formally acknowledging his leadership role as Director of the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation and his contributions to various roadway improvement projects. The resolution highlights his career achievements, including his 16 years of experience in transportation consulting and his oversight of multiple infrastructure enhancements. The House of Representatives passed this measure to express appreciation for his dedication to the community and to direct the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Aponte.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Elizabeth Garcia for her achievements as a first-generation college student and community leader. It highlights her work as a computer science student at Emory University, her role in founding a nonprofit supporting Black and Latinx students in tech, and her community health initiatives. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Garcia, serving as an official acknowledgment of her contributions rather than changing any laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 15-6-2 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the number of judges of superior courts, so as to provide for a twelfth judge of the superior courts of the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit; to provide for related matters; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that honors the life and memory of Marcus Mosiah Garvey, a prominent Pan-African leader and founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. The resolution formally recognizes Garvey's contributions to Black dignity, racial pride, and global unity, while also acknowledging related historical contexts including the Transatlantic Slave Trade and the African Methodist Episcopal Church. It directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press, making it a commemorative measure rather than a policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Caribbean American Heritage Coalition Inc. for its work promoting Caribbean American culture and unity in Georgia. The legislation acknowledges the organization's annual events celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month and its collaboration with Caribbean American groups to showcase history and achievements. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the coalition as an official record of this recognition.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a House Study Committee on Long COVID to investigate the condition's prevalence, impacts, and policy needs. The committee will consist of 11 members appointed by the Speaker of the House and will study how Long COVID affects health, work, education, and public health systems. Members will receive standard legislative allowances, and the committee must submit a report with findings or recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026. The study aims to help the General Assembly understand the condition and identify strategies for improving care access and support services.