Rep. Billy Mitchell

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 4 of Article 6 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 and Article 1 of Chapter 16 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Stone Mountain Memorial Association and public property of state generally, respectively, so as to require such association to hold all real property obtained before January 1, 1971, in trust; to prohibit such association from selling such real property; to provide for an exception; to provide for requirements for the exceptional sale of real property by such association; to provide for applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that honors the life and legacy of Betty "Becky" Lou Ennis Arrington, who passed away on December 22, 2025. The document outlines her personal history, including her career in payroll and administration, her 70-year marriage, and her community service work. It directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to her family as a gesture of respect and sympathy.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes Captain Dr. Melvin Pender Jr. for his distinguished lifetime achievements as a military officer, Olympic athlete, author, and civil rights advocate. The resolution honors his accomplishments, including earning a gold medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics while serving in the Vietnam War and his induction into multiple Halls of Fame. It directs the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the resolution to Captain Pender as a gesture of appreciation. The measure does not change existing laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge his contributions to Georgia and the United States.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that recognizes June 14, 2026, as Race Amity Day in Georgia. It designates this date to promote racial harmony, mutual respect, and friendship among people of all backgrounds. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and media. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law that changes policy or imposes new requirements.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 8 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Department of Community Affairs, so as to provide for maximum loan amounts for certain home buying assistance programs; to provide for loan structure and forgiveness; to provide for certain qualifications for eligibility; to provide for certain minimum fund allocation; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Representative Tanya Miller for her public service to the State of Georgia. It directly affects Representative Miller by honoring her leadership, dedication, and contributions to the Georgia House of Representatives. The resolution praises her organizational skills, integrity, and commitment to citizens, and authorizes the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the resolution to her. This is a ceremonial measure with no substantive policy changes or budgetary impacts.

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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to create and establish in DeKalb County, Georgia, districts from which the members of the County Board of Education of DeKalb County shall be elected, approved April 12, 1963 (Ga. L. 1963, p. 3424), as amended, so as to establish protocols governing the recruitment, vetting, and appointment of and contracting with the superintendent of the DeKalb County School System; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Tameka Harris for her contributions to music and community. It formally acknowledges her career as a member of the R&B group Xscape, her songwriting work on hits like "No Scrubs," and her solo music achievements. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Harris for distribution. This type of bill does not create new laws or policies but serves to honor an individual's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House resolution that formally recognizes and commends Mariah HuQ for her contributions to media, philanthropy, and community service. It highlights her achievements as a television producer, entrepreneur, and humanitarian, noting her role in creating the long-running series Married to Medicine and founding media initiatives focused on responsible storytelling. The resolution also acknowledges her philanthropic work, including educational support and humanitarian aid in Georgia, Tennessee, and Kenya. The House has adopted the resolution to honor her impact on the communities she has served.