HR 1728: Haven House; critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It commends Haven House, a maternity supportive housing program, for serving pregnant women and young mothers across Georgia, many of whom have experienced foster care or human trafficking. The resolution cites data on housing instability, food insecurity, and maternal mortality in Georgia, and describes how Haven House connects residents to Medicaid, WIC, SNAP, and childcare assistance programs while using trauma-informed care methods. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Haven House as a formal token of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends Haven House for its service to pregnant women and young mothers in Georgia.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Haven House.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.
• Cites statistics from the Georgia Department of Public Health and the Georgia Maternal Mortality Review Committee on preventable pregnancy-related deaths.

The resolution directly names Haven House, a maternity supportive housing organization, and its staff and residents, including pregnant women and young mothers who have experienced foster care or human trafficking. It has no legal effect on other individuals, agencies, or businesses.

While the resolution carries no legal force and changes no Georgia law, it gives official state recognition to Haven House's work and publicly highlights issues like housing instability, maternal mortality, and access to Medicaid, WIC, and SNAP for pregnant women in Georgia.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe research linking housing instability during pregnancy to preterm birth and other complications.
• It states that 100 percent of Haven House residents are enrolled in Family Medicaid, WIC, and SNAP, and that staff assist with Childcare and Parent Services Program applications.
• It notes that 90 percent of residents previously experienced foster care and 90 percent survived human trafficking.
• It cites Georgia Department of Public Health data that 87 percent of pregnancy-related deaths in the state are considered preventable.
• The resolved clause formally commends Haven House for its service and commitment to maternal and infant health.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Haven House.

1. 2026-03-16House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-16House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-16House Hopper (House)

• Park Cannon (D, HD-058)Primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
• Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)
• Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
• Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
• Sharon Cooper (R, HD-045)

• maternal health
• foster care
• human trafficking survivors
• Medicaid and public benefits
• housing assistance