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40 bills for “Bell, Former State Representative Simone”.
Bell, Former State Representative Simone; distinguished public service, leadership, and contributions to the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors former State Representative Simone Bell of Atlanta for her public service and her historic 2009 election as one of the state's first African American and LGBTQ legislators.
Childers, former Representative Eugene Milton "Buddy"; honoring the life and legacy; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors former state Representative Eugene Milton "Buddy" Childers of Floyd County, who died in March 2026, and extends condolences to his family.
Bell, Kristin; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution commends Kristin Bell, an HR entrepreneur, for her career accomplishments ahead of a Women in Artificial Intelligence event at the state capitol.
Church, Reverend Clarice Marijetta Wyatt Bell; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Reverend Clarice Marijetta Wyatt Bell Church, a civil rights advocate, librarian, and minister, and offers condolences to her family.
Childers, Former Representative Eugene Milton "Buddy"
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life of former state Representative Eugene Milton "Buddy" Childers of Floyd County, who served in the General Assembly for 30 years and died in March 2026.
State holidays; Heritage and Freedom Flag of the Former Republic of Vietnam Day; designate April 29 of each year
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 366 would create a new Georgia state observance, designating April 29 each year as 'Heritage and Freedom Flag of the Former Republic of Vietnam Day' to honor South Vietnam and Vietnamese Americans in Georgia.
Special license plates; International Symbol of Access; provide issuance to current and former members of the General Assembly for qualified applicants
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House bill would let current and former members of the General Assembly who qualify for disability parking plates get a special version combining that legislative plate with the International Symbol of Access.
Marable, Richard Otis; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution formally honors the late Richard Otis Marable, a former state senator, and offers condolences to his family.
Retirement; certain members or former members of the General Assembly to buy into the Georgia Legislative Retirement System; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate bill would let current or former state legislators who served at least four years but never joined the Georgia Legislative Retirement System buy their way into it by paying the full cost of that past service.
Legislative Retirement System; match benefit amounts payable to former and current retired legislators to benefits payable to legislators who were in office on or after January 1, 2022
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 924 would raise the monthly pension formula for older, retired members of the Georgia Legislative Retirement System to match the higher benefit rate already given to legislators who served on or after January 1, 2022.
Dr. Roy Charles Bell Memorial Bridge; Fulton County; dedicate
Summary by Georgia Commons: A House resolution would name the Interstate 85/75 bridge over Edgewood Avenue Southeast in Fulton County the Dr. Roy Charles Bell Memorial Bridge, honoring the Atlanta dentist and civil rights figure.
Beatles, Mother Willie Bell; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution commends Mother Willie Bell Beatles of Thomasville on her 97th birthday and her decades of family and church service.
Bell, Sherilyn P.; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally commends Sherilyn P. Bell for her career in healthcare and her advocacy work that helped pass a federal law expanding Medicare coverage for lymphedema treatment.
Grady Memorial Hospital; rename to Grady-Bell Memorial Hospital; urge
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution would urge officials to rename Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta to Grady-Bell Memorial Hospital, honoring civil rights figure Dr. Roy Charles Bell Sr.
Early County; repeal a former local constitutional amendment
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 1526 would repeal an old Early County law that gave new or expanded manufacturing plants a five-year break on local property taxes, while letting current exemptions run out on schedule.
Obama, Former President Barack; commend and condemning racist attacks and rhetoric directed toward him
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia Senate resolution would honor former President Barack Obama during Black History Month and condemn racist rhetoric directed at him, including a recent video posted by the sitting President.
Public Safety, Department of; creation of a program to assist former handlers and adopters of retired law enforcement dogs with veterinary care costs; provide
Summary by Georgia Commons: HB 990 would create a state grant program to help pay veterinary bills for retired Georgia law enforcement and correctional dogs, benefiting the former handlers, adopters, charities, and law enforcement foundations who care for them.
Barker, Clarence "Ed"; condolences
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Senate resolution honors the life of former state Senator Clarence "Ed" Barker, who represented middle Georgia's 18th Senatorial District for nine terms, and offers condolences to his family.
Grants for Foster Children; a grant program to provide grants to former foster youth who meet eligibility requirements, subject to specific appropriations; establish
Summary by Georgia Commons: Senate Bill 85 would create the Georgia Foster Care Scholarship program, offering college grants to current and former foster youth, but only once state lawmakers specifically fund it.
State Representative Roger Bruce Intersection; Fulton County; dedicate
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution would honor former State Representative Roger Bruce by naming an intersection in Fulton County after him and directing the state to post signs marking it.
State Representative "Able" Mable Thomas Intersection; Fulton County; dedicate
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution would name the intersection of State Route 3 and State Route 8 in Fulton County after former State Representative "Able" Mable Thomas, honoring her legacy in Atlanta's Vine City community.
Women's Golf Week in the State of Georgia; first week of April of each year; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution would designate the first week of April each year as Women's Golf Week, recognizing the rising popularity of golf among women in the state.
Smith, His Excellency Victor Emmanuel; Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to the United States of America; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors Victor Emmanuel Smith, Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to the United States, for his work linking Savannah, Georgia to Ghana.
Georgia State Society National Society Children of the American Revolution; celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United State of America; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends the Georgia State Society National Society Children of the American Revolution as the country nears the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Impact Georgia Day and honoring distinguished Georgians for their contributions to the state and beyond; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution recognizes Impact Georgia Day and honors entertainers Yung Joc, Karlie Redd, and motivational speaker Nehemiah Davis for their contributions to the state.
Abdul-Hamed, Iman; ten years of leadership; acknowledging the Masjid's more than six decades of service to the people of Atlanta and the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors Imam Sulaimaan Abdul-Hamed's ten years of leadership at the Atlanta Masjid of Al-Islam and recognizes the Masjid's more than six decades of community service in Atlanta.
Georgia Purebred Dog Day; May 1, 2026; benefits and contributions of purebred dogs to the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution designates May 1, 2026 as Georgia Purebred Dog Day, honoring the contributions of purebred dogs to the state.
Badu, Dr. Sonnie and First Lady Annie; eight remarkable years of ministry service in the State of Georgia; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution commends Dr. Sonnie Badu and First Lady Annie Badu for eight years of ministry work in the state, honoring their leadership at RockHill Church Atlanta.
Omega Day at the state capitol; February 11, 2025; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution recognizes February 11, 2025, as Omega Day at the state capitol, honoring the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and its Georgia State Organization.
RAHBI; outstanding contributions to the arts, culture, and the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors Atlanta musician RAHBI for his career in music and his contributions to the arts and culture of Georgia.
State Government Affairs Council; 50th anniversary; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution recognizes the State Government Affairs Council on its 50th anniversary, commending the organization for its work connecting government affairs professionals with policymakers.
Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; March 12, 2026; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution recognizes March 12, 2026, as Locust Grove Day at the state capitol, honoring the city's history and growth.
Sharper, Dexter L.; expressing gratitude for his many years of dedicated service to the citizens of the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors Representative Dexter L. Sharper of House District 177 for more than three decades of public service, including his time as a city councilman, mayor pro tem, paramedic, and state legislator.
City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol; March 4, 2026; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution designates March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the state capitol, honoring the small city's history, arts scene, and economic role in the Atlanta region.
Davis, John; 32 years dedicated service to the City of Norcross and the State of Georgia; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution commends John Davis for 32 years of public service to the City of Norcross, including his career rising to Superintendent of Public Works.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty in the State of Georgia; October 17, 2025; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution recognizes October 17, 2025 as International Day for the Eradication of Poverty in Georgia and honors two educators for their work in financial empowerment.
Haynes, Sierra; outstanding public service; commend
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally commends Sierra Haynes, a Georgia Gwinnett College student intern, for her public service through the Georgia Gwinnett College Internship Program at the State Capitol.
Jones, Speaker Pro Tempore Jan; historic leadership and lasting contributions to the State of Georgia; recognize
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution honors Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones for her decades of legislative service and her historic role as the first woman to serve in that position and as Acting Speaker.
Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee of the House of Representatives; establish
Summary by Georgia Commons: House Bill 1178 would create a 19-member Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee in the Georgia House of Representatives to review state spending, agency performance, and strategic plans between legislative sessions.
Congress; call convention to set term limits on members elected to the House of Representatives; apply
Summary by Georgia Commons: A Georgia House resolution formally asks the U.S. Congress to call a constitutional convention limited to proposing term limits for members of the U.S. House and Senate.