A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending James Underwood for his superlative service to the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to state sales and use taxes, so as to extend the sunset for use of noncommercial written materials or mailings by certain tax exempt organizations; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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 summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing Gas South for its 20th anniversary as a natural gas provider. It formally congratulates the company on its growth from 168,000 to nearly 500,000 customers across 17 states, its community contributions (including $26 million given via its "Fuel For Good" program), and its employee-focused culture. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely serves to commend Gas South’s business and community impact. The Georgia House of Representatives adopted it unanimously on February 2, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1025) expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences upon the death of Janice Dikilato, a Statesboro native and community figure who passed away on January 7, 2026. It honors her life, highlighting her role as a devoted family member, her nickname "Big Mama," and her reputation for integrity, kindness, and community involvement. The resolution formally directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to her family. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to acknowledge her contributions.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 10 of Title 16 and Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to abuse of governmental office and official oaths, respectively, so as to provide for uniform oaths to be sworn by all peace officers; to provide for aspirational language in such oaths; to limit the legal effect of any such aspirational language; to limit the crime of violation of oath of a public officer to codified oaths; to limit the violation of oath by a public officer to violations predicated on a separate felony; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 47-23-64 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to transfer of funds from the Employees' Retirement System of Georgia to the Georgia Judicial Retirement System by superior court judges, district attorneys, or solicitors-general and crediting service, so as to provide that any member of such retirement system shall be eligible to transfer funds; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryHB 148, the Public Accountancy Act of 2025, revises Georgia's licensing rules for certified public accountants (CPAs). It requires applicants to complete 150 college credits (including an accounting concentration) and establishes new experience options: one year for those with a bachelor's degree or two years for those without. The bill also updates requirements for accounting firms, reciprocity agreements, and makes minor conforming changes to local government audit laws. These changes directly affect individuals seeking CPA licensure and accounting firms operating in Georgia.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 20 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Public Retirement Systems Investment Authority Law," so as to raise the limit for the total percentage of funds that the Employees' Retirement System of Georgia may invest in alternative investments; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Cherokee County ad valorem taxes for county purposes in an amount as determined from the proceeds generated from the collection of the retail homestead option sales and use tax for residents of that county; 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 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.
