A BILL recognizing and commending Councilwoman Richelle Brown for her outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to youth empowerment, community advancement, and cultural inclusion; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION honoring the life and memory of Dr. Willie Frank Rainey Jr., beloved father of State Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark of House District 108, and recognizing his enduring legacy of service, leadership, and compassion; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a formal resolution that honors the Self Enhancement Inc. (SEI) Bigger Than Basketball Camp in Atlanta, Georgia, for its work in youth development. The program uses basketball as a tool to teach middle school students life skills like teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution while supporting their academic growth. It recognizes the contributions of local community leaders and national staff who have run the camp since 2017, as well as young volunteers who have helped lead the initiative. The resolution does not change any laws or policies but instead serves to publicly acknowledge the camp's impact and express support for its continued success.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies of state government, so as to create the Georgia Youth Advisory Council; to provide for appointment of members to the advisory council; to provide for criteria of the membership of the advisory council; to provide for terms of members; to provide for quarterly meetings; to provide for purpose and activities of the advisory council; to provide for annual reports; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends James Edward Ruff for his outstanding public service to the state of Georgia. The measure highlights his volunteer work with the ACLU, his internship experience at the Georgia State Capitol, and his academic studies in political science. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Ruff as official acknowledgment of his contributions. This type of legislative action is ceremonial and does not create new laws or policy changes.
A RESOLUTION commending Sierra Hallett, a Family and Consumer Sciences Legislative Fellow for the 2026 regular session of the General Assembly of Georgia; and for other purposes.
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 formally recognizes and commends YK Niece, an Atlanta-based hip-hop artist, for her artistic achievements, cultural impact, and community engagement. It highlights her success with viral music hits, her streaming milestones, and her participation in 404 Day at the Georgia State Capitol as reasons for the commendation. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to YK Niece, serving as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to Georgia's music scene.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Scattering Resources, Incorporated, and its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Tamara L. Moore, for 16 years of extraordinary dedication to the homeless and disadvantaged communities of Atlanta, Georgia, and beyond; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Om Duggal for his professional achievements and community service. It directly affects Om Duggal by formally honoring his 30+ years of experience in construction management, real estate development, and consulting in Georgia. The resolution acknowledges his leadership roles with InfraProp Co., the Gwinnett Airport Authority, and Georgia Gwinnett College, as well as his civic contributions to local business and workforce development. The House of Representatives has adopted the resolution to officially recognize his accomplishments and wishes him well.
