A BILL to be entitled an Act to authorize the governing authority of the City of Pooler to levy an excise tax pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 48-13-51 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions relative to state sales and use taxes, so as to provide for a sales and use tax exemption for purchases of tangible property and construction materials used for or in the construction and furnishing of certain buildings; to provide for limitations on the amount of credits to be issued; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act providing a homestead exemption from Chatham County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the base year assessed value of such homestead, approved May 9, 2025 (Ga. L. 2025, p. 3649), so as to provide that any homeowner receiving the homestead exemption provided for in Ga. L. 1999, p. 4215, as amended, shall automatically receive the exemption provided for in this Act; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to repeal an Act creating the Garden City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Authority, approved May 17, 2004 (Ga. L. 2004, p. 3983); to provide for the assets and liabilities thereof; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act providing for a base year assessed value homestead exemption from Chatham County and City of Savannah School District ad valorem taxes for educational purposes, approved April 12, 1999 (Ga. L. 1999, p. 4215), as amended, so as to prevent any increases in the adjusted base year assessed value of properties above the value set in tax year 2025; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL To be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to tax exemptions, so as to provide for a state-wide homestead exemption from ad valorem taxes for certain senior citizens who volunteer with local governments in an amount to be determined by such local governments; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for approval and identification of additional terms and conditions by local governing authorities; to provide for related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to provide for contingent repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHR 2086 is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Clifton Baptist Church for its long history and community service. The bill honors the congregation's work since its organization in 1885 and acknowledges its humanitarian efforts. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the church as official recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Reverend Gilbert Hall for his significant contributions to the civil rights movement in Savannah, Georgia. It recognizes his leadership as a Drum Major for Justice, his involvement with voter rights groups, and his participation in organizing community demonstrations during the 1960s. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for his decades of service and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Reverend Hall.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and honors Jacob 'Jake' Hutchings, the first Black State Representative from Jones County, Georgia, elected in 1868. It highlights his historical significance as a skilled stone mason who helped build the local courthouse and his role as a respected member of the state's early African-American legislative group. The measure directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press to share this tribute.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends former President Barack Obama on the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. It honors his public service, historic role as the first African American president, and the center's mission to inspire leadership and community engagement through its museum, library, and public spaces. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and media. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of Obama's legacy and the significance of the new center.
