Dates: CARTER CONFERENCE November 17-19, 2019 RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR Location: The Westin Hotel www.ymcaga.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS: (pages listed by numbers on left side)
Welcome from Governor Kemp 2-4 Welcome from Youth Governor Gant Welcome from State YMCA Leadership
Youth Assembly Officials Directory 5-10 YMCA Staff & Mission Statements, Conference Staff, & YMCA Board of Directors Directory Event Sponsors & Sponsor Your Seat Legislators
11-16 Schedule of Events, Important Youth Assembly Information, & Youth Assembly History
Conference Rules
17-19 Conference Attendee Code of Conduct (For Delegates and Advisors)
Definition of Terms
20-21 Bill Flow Chart
Conference Competition Guide: Overview, McCutchen Award, Best Bill, Outstanding Bill;
Conference Competition Guide: Lobbyist , Judicial, & Media Program Awards & Info.
22-32 Elections for Office & Available Positions of Leadership at Youth Assembly
Poythress Service Award Information
33 Voter Registration Information—Get Out the Vote!
34 Committee Chairmen & Committee Information
35 Conference Notes & Schedule Changes
Legislative Program: Procedures, Rules, & Debate Tips
36-51 Legislative Program: Final Suggestions for Amendments
52-55 Former Youth Assembly Officials
56-58 Upcoming Event Flyers
59 Beginning of Georgia Youth Assembly House and Senate Bills
60-84 House Bills 85-109 Senate Bills 110-114 Hospital Info., Conference Center Map, MARTA Railway Map, Georgia Capitol Area Map
STATE OF GEORGIA
Brian P. Kemp
November 2019
Dear State YMCA of Georgiaʹs Center for Civic Engagement,
I am pleased to extend my warmest regards to the State YMCA of Georgiaʹs Center for Civic Engagement as you celebrate your Forty‐Third Junior Youth Assembly and the Seventy‐Fifth Youth Assembly Programs. On behalf of the state of Georgia, it is a pleasure to be a part of this special occasion.
Please allow me to welcome your distinguished guests, special honorees, their families, and other attendees. I applaud this organizationʹs commitment to address the decline in civic knowledge among students in Georgia. I commend you for providing opportunities for students to become engaged in government through simulations and other experiential programs. I thank you for giving Georgiaʹs middle and high school students the chance to experience firsthand the excitement and importance behind the legislative process, discuss current state issues with state administrators, and better understand the complexities of policymaking. I hope you take this opportunity to discuss your continued commitment to public service.
I commend the State YMCA of Georgiaʹs Center for Civic Engagement for organizing these events and send my best wishes for successful and enjoyable Programs.
Governor Brian P. Kemp
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Sඍൺඍൾ YMCA Oൿ Gൾඈඋංൺ Yඈඎඍඁ Aඌඌൾආൻඅඒ Yඈඎඍඁ Gඈඏൾඋඇඈඋ
Hello to the Delegates of the 75th Annual Georgia Youth Assembly,
It is with great pride and joy that I welcome every single one of you to our 75th Annual Youth Assembly here in Atlanta. This conference marks a historic time for Georgia youth from every corner of the state.
There are many treasures to be found here at Youth Assembly. Regardless of your position over these next few days, you are now joining a family of patriots, a family of leaders, and a family which thrives on hope. You will have greater opportunities to meet others from walks of life you’ve never considered, and to learn more about the issues in other parts of our state.
It is this way that you will make allies, you will build bridges and submerge yourselves into debate, the media glare will be ever present, lobbyists will be in the ears of politicians, and the judges will be on alert to uphold and preserve Georgia law. It is here that you experience first hand how our government works, and it is up to you to keep up with it. Things move fast under the golden dome.
I want to encourage all of our delegates, especially those here for the first time, to embrace this conference. This is the opportunity to inspire, to preserve our republic, and keep it wholly indivisible, under God. This is where leaders are born, united with the purpose of keeping our state alive and thriving. Take every opportunity to embrace it. Do not hold your tongue when you have the opportunity to be vocal for your peers who are not attending our conference, whose voices must be heard.
There are many of you who are joining us for the last time, and to you I say keep working for a better Georgia. This fight to keep our dream alive does not stop here, it ends when you have done all that you can do. We have a long way to go, so stay involved, and most importantly do not forget the memories made here. Do not forget what you’ve accomplished, the allies you have made, the lessons you have learned, and the bridges you have constructed.
Like I said, this is historic for all of us. Not many things warm my heart more than our ability to come together and serve together as Georgians, as well as Americans. Thank you for affording me this opportunity to serve you, I look forward to spending this conference with you, and never forget to build bridges wherever you can.
God Bless,
Yඈඎඍඁ Gඈඏൾඋඇඈඋ, Jൺൾ Gൺඇඍ
3 Students: Welcome to your Georgia Youth Assembly. I emphasize the word your because it is your experience, your ideas, your voice, your dialogue, and your ideas that we have gathered to hear. While preparing for the historic 75th Youth Assembly, I looked through billbooks da ng back to 1946. While the specific issues have changed over the years from requiring two individuals to go through a health and mental fitness examina on prior to obtaining a marriage license to how we deal with expansion of Medicaid in Georgia, one thing consistent through the decades is that the students were able to passionately and succinctly iden fy the issues of the day and provide reasonable solu ons to them. This year’s group is no different.
I o en hear the saying that “youth are our future leaders…” While this comment is technically true, I believe this does a grave injus ce to your ability to act now. While I know you aren’t literally passing laws over the next few days, I do consider this to be a “dress rehearsal” as many of you will return in the years to come to leave your mark public policy in our state and beyond.
There is a story, o en told, that upon exi ng the Cons tu onal Conven on Benjamin Franklin was approached by a group of ci zens asking what sort of government the delegates had created. His answer was: "A republic, if you can keep it." The brevity of that response should not cause us to under‐value its essen al meaning: democra c republics are not merely founded upon the consent of the people, they are also absolutely dependent upon the ac ve and informed involvement of the people for their con nued good health.
The American statesmen who succeeded those of the founding genera on served their country with a self‐ conscious sense that the challenges of maintaining a democra c union were every bit as great a er 1787 as they were before. Some aspects of their na on‐building program‐‐their con nuing tolera on of slavery and genocidal policies toward American Indians‐‐are fit objects of na onal shame, not honor. But statesmen of succeeding genera ons‐‐Lincoln foremost among them‐‐would con nue the quest for a "more perfect union."
And so I urge you to also join in the quest and pursuit of a “more perfect union” by your ac ve and informed involvement in your community, our state and country. Leave it be er than you found it.
With warm regards and great admira on,
^ Dr. Randell E. Trammell, President and CEO
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75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY STUDENT OFFICIALS
EXECUTIVE BRANCH OFFICIALS:
Governor…………………………..……..………Jake Gant, Forsyth Central High School First Lady……………………….……………...…...………Caitlin Davis, Cook High School Chief of Staff………………….....…………Jake Dutton, Forsyth Central High School
JUDICIAL BRANCH OFFICIALS:
Chief Justice………………………..………Valeria Notte, Morgan County High School Associate Justice…………………...…………..……Caleb Fill, Social Circle High School
MEDIA PROGRAM LEADERSHIP:
Co-Editor…..……………………………………….…..…Catie Knight, Islands High School Co-Editor...…………..…….……………Chelsey Paschal, Morgan County High School
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75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY STUDENT OFFICIALS
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OFFICIALS:
Lieutenant Governor………………….……….…………Maggie Allen, Cook High School Speaker of the House…..…………..…Nicholas Byrd, North Cobb Christian School President Pro Tempore..…….…Katherine Temple, Strong Rock Christian School Speaker Pro Tempore…….….………………Jasmin Elphic, Social Circle High School Senate Floor Leader……...…………………..………Lily Kashmar, Islands High School House Floor Leader……...………………....………Kice Sumner, Lowndes High School Secretary of the Senate…………..…………Lipi Desai, Morgan County High School Clerk of the House………………………...…..…………Abby Reasor, Cook High School Senate Doorkeeper……….…………………..…..………Tia Brown, Metter High School House Doorkeeper….…..……..…………Natalie Byrd, North Cobb Christian School Assistant Secretary of the Senate….…Sarah Ann Howell, Lowndes High School Assistant Clerk of the House..………….…Ashley Okosun, Woodland High School Assistant Senate Doorkeeper………………Piper Horn, West Laurens High School Assistant House Doorkeeper………………Clara Sorrow, Social Circle High School Senate Reading Clerk…..……………….…..………Kirrin Parham, Metter High School House Reading Clerk..…………………………...... …Amia Georges, The Lovett School Senate Messenger…..………..…….………Camryn Shelley, Social Circle High School House Messenger…..…….….………Elon Valdivieso, Strong Rock Christian School
6 STATE YMCA OF GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Chief Executive Officer………………………………………………Dr. Randell E. Trammell Vice President……………………………………………….……….………………Jeremy Austin Senior District Director……...…...…………………………………..…………Britt Hamilton District Director……...…...…………………..……………………….………Madison Darsey District Director……...…...…..………………………..…………….…………Kara Hafermalz Program Coordinator……...…...……………..….………………….…………Jeannette Trejo Director of Administrative Services……...…..……………………………Davina Alvarez
YOUTH ASSEMBLY VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR STAFF
Special Events Coordinator……….…………………..…………………Penny Lott, Metter Judicial Program Coordinator…………………………...…..…Alex Myers, Dawsonville Media Program Coordinator……...…...……………..…..…………Joshua Truitt, Athens YMCA Info Depot Co-Coordinator……...………………….…………Jody Lee, Valdosta YMCA Info Depot Co-Coordinator……..…..…..………Rebekah Mitchell, Covington Lobbyist Program Coordinator…...…..……………..…..………Brandon Moye, Atlanta
ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION STATEMENT “Our mission is to provide programs and opportunities for teens which will promote self-esteem, leadership skills, and moral and civic responsibility.“
7 STATE YMCA OF GEORGIA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS Jason Bragg, Chairman Georgia EMC Liza Guy Chapman, 1st Vice Chair Claire O. Bowen, 2nd Vice Chair Claire Bowen & Co. Rep. Buddy Harden, Treasurer Former State Representa ve Joshua Moore, Past Chair Gogo & Moore Law Ray Moses, At‐Large Genoa Construc on Services MEMBERS Michael Beaty KPMG Dr. Eddie Benne Georgia Council for the Social Studies Jus ce Charlie Bethel Georgia Supreme Court Kevin Brown BNY Mellon Jenny Leigh Qua lebaum Hinchey, Murray & Pagliarini LLC Cody Hall Governor’s Office Lauren Fralick GeorgiaLink Charles Lassiter Lassiter Financial Planning Dr. Jim Malanowski Re red School Administrator Irene Munn The Munn Firm James Nixon Ti Regional Health System Caitlyn O’Dea Poli cal Campaign Manager Joe O'Kelley O’Kelley & Sorohan Linda Schor nghouse Educator Ed Thomas Ernst&Young Abigail Heys Thompson Wellstar Health System Robert M. Travis BryanCave Melissa Tymchuk Northeast Georgia Health System LIFE MEMBERS Dick Myrick The Myrick Companies Wayne Orr WF Orr Company Wendell Starke Re red Invesco CEO BOARD OF PATRONS Samuel E. Allen Chairman, Globalt, Inc. Roy E. Barnes A orney & Former Governor of Georgia Beth Brannen Chandler A orney, Orkin Cathy Cox Dean, Mercer School of Law Barbara Hampton SVP & CFO, Georgia Transmission Co. & State Board of Educa on Rev. Dr. Don Harp, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Peachtree Rd. UMC Charles R. Hatcher, Jr., M.D., Dir. Emeritus, The Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center E. G. Lassiter, Re red Chairman & CEO, RSUI Group Richard Myrick, Sr., Commercial Developer David Ratcliffe, Re red CEO, Southern Company Dan Reeves, Former Head Coach, Atlanta Falcons Doris B. Shaheen, Atlanta Community Volunteer Mason Stephenson, Former Atlanta Managing Partner, King & Spalding
8 THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS! THE CONTRIBUTIONS GIVEN BY THESE COMPANIES MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY TO HAPPEN! YOUR SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED!
9 THANK YOU TO THOSE MEMBERS OF THE GEORGIA SENATE & GEORGIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WHO SO GENEROUSLY GAVE TO THE “SPONSOR YOUR SEAT” PROGRAM!
Georgia Representatives and Senators listed below (as of 10/21/19) who “Sponsored their Seat” with a generous contribution that allowed for additional scholarship funds.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES: SENATE: Speaker of the House David Ralston President Pro Tempore Butch Miller Representative Tommy Benton Senator Calvin Black Representative Debbie Buckner Senator Dean Burke Representative Jon Burns Senator Tyler Harper Representative Katie Dempsey Senator John Kennedy Representative Robert Dickey Senator Elena Parent Representative Terry England Senator Bruce Thompson Representative Matthew Gambill Senator John Wilkinson Representative Penny Houston Representative Angelika Kausche Representative Randy Nix Representative Alan Powell Representative Steve Tarvin
10 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Sunday, November 17th, 2019 at the Wes n Peachtree Plaza Hotel *Youth Governor’s Office Located in Chastain A Room, Media ‐ Peachtree A, Lobbyists ‐ Peachtree B *YMCA Conference Office and Conference Nurse located in Morningside *House ‐ Peachtree Ballroom / Senate ‐ Chastain Room & *Group secured luggage store in TBD TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
1:00‐1:00pm Advisors Complete Step # 1 of Check‐In 5th Floor Lobby Level
12:30‐1:00pm Groups arrive, store luggage, & a end small group training sessions Savannah Ballroom
1:15pm Small Group Training sessions by breakout: (listed below) Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 1: Bill Authors Mee ng Chastain Room
Breakout # 2: Media Program Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 3: Lobbyist Program Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 4: Judicial Program Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 5: Commi ees (Chairmen/Secretaries) Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 6: Candidates Savannah Ballroom
Breakout # 7: Legisla ve Training Savannah Ballroom
2:00pm Breakout # 8: Advisors Chastain Room
3:45pm Joint Session Event Kickoff (Welcome, Candidate Speeches, etc.) Peachtree Ballroom
4:45pm Advisors Complete Step # 2 of Check‐In 5th Floor Lobby Level
5:00‐7:00pm Groups Eat Dinner & Retrieve Luggage (Get into hotel rooms) Augusta A, B, C, D
7:15pm Opening Sessions & Official Programs Begin *start & end mes approx. As Assigned
Judicial: First Rounds Begin ‐ Rooms: Peachtree 1, Peachtree 2, Savannah D As Assigned
Legisla ve: Call to Order, Devo on, Roll Call, Swearing In Ceremony,... Assigned Chambers
Legisla ve: Organiza onal Resolu ons, First Reading of Bills,... Assigned Chambers
Legisla ve: Assign Bills to Commi ee and Recess to a end Commi ees See Chart Below
Lobbyists & Media Programs: As assigned by Program Coordinators As Assigned
11 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Sunday, November 17th, 2019 at the Wes n Peachtree Plaza Hotel *Youth Governor’s Office Located in Chastain A Room *YMCA Conference Office and Conference Nurse located in Morningside *House ‐ Peachtree Ballroom / Senate ‐ Chastain Room & *Group secured luggage store in TBD SUNDAY COMMITTEE MEETING INFORMATION
House Commi ees Loca ons Senate Commi ees Loca ons
Commi ee # 1 Chastain D Commi ee # 1 Ansley 1
Commi ee # 2 Chastain E Commi ee # 2 Ansley 2
Commi ee # 3 Chastain F Commi ee # 3 Ansley 3
Commi ee # 4 Chastain G Commi ee # 4 Ansley 4
Commi ee # 5 Chastain H Commi ee # 5 Ansley 5
Commi ee # 6 Chastain J Commi ee # 6 Ansley 6
District MeeƟngs following CommiƩees, please refer to nametag for your District Assignment.
TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
9:05‐9:25pm WEST DISTRICT JOINT MEETING: Peachtree Ballroom (NW) Northwest District Mee ng & (SW) Southwest District Mee ng
EAST DISTRICT JOINT MEETING: Chastain Room (NE) Northeast District Mee ng & (SE) Southeast District Mee ng
9:30‐10:10pm House & Senate Convene for Commi ee Reports & Beginning Debate Assigned Chambers
10:05pm All Programs Dismiss and Meet in House Chambers for Joint Session Peachtree Ballroom
10:15pm Joint Session (All Programs ) & Closing Thoughts Peachtree Ballroom
11:00pm YMCA Room Check & Curfew Begins (Quiet Hours Enforced) Assigned Hotel Rooms
11:30pm Lights Out/Hotel Quiet Hours Enforced Assigned Hotel Rooms
12 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Monday, November 18th, 2019 at the State Capitol *Youth Governor’s Office Located in Governor’s Ceremonial Office *YMCA Conference Info Depot and Conference Nurse located outside of the House Chambers TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
6:00am Curfew Ends/Breakfast with your School
8:00am Suggested Arrival Time at the State Capitol Building State Capitol
8:30am All Program Ac vity Officially Kicks Off Under the Gold Dome State Capitol
Judicial: Program Con nues ‐ CAP 341, CLOB 514, CLOB 515 As Assigned
Lobbyists & Media Programs: As Assigned by Program Coordinators *Lobbyists –Mezz 1
Legisla ve: Youth Official “Opening Session in the Capitol Assigned Chambers
Legisla ve: “Official Swearing In of Senator & Representa ves” Assigned Chambers
Legisla ve: House and Senate Con nue Deba ng on Bills Assigned Chambers
9:50am House and Senate Recess for A ending Commi ee Mee ngs Assigned Commi ees MONDAY MORNING COMMITTEE MEETING INFORMATION House Commi ees Loca ons Senate Commi ees Loca ons
Commi ee # 1 House Chambers Commi ee # 1 Senate Chambers
Commi ee # 2 CAP 132 Commi ee # 2 CAP 450
Commi ee # 3 CAP 122 Commi ee # 3 CAP 123
Commi ee # 4 CAP 230 Commi ee # 4 MEZZ 1
Commi ee # 5 CAP 216 Commi ee # 5 CAP 125
Commi ee # 6 CAP 403 Commi ee # 6 CLOB 310
TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
10:45am Programs Dismiss to meet on Washington Street Capitol Steps for Photo Capitol Steps
10:55am Group Photo on Capitol Steps & Walk to Freight Depot for Luncheon GA Freight Depot
13 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Monday, November 4th, 2019 at the State Capitol...con nued... *Youth Governor’s Office Located in Governor’s Ceremonial Office *YMCA Conference Info Depot and Conference Nurse located outside of the House Chambers TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
11:30am Youth Governor’s Luncheon at the Georgia Freight Depot GA Freight Depot
1:20pm Programs Con nue...Commi ee Mee ngs Assigned Commi ees MONDAY AFTERNOON COMMITTEE MEETING INFORMATION House Commi ees Loca ons Senate Commi ees Loca ons
Commi ee # 1 House Chambers Commi ee # 1 Senate Chambers
Commi ee # 2 CAP 132 Commi ee # 2 CAP 450
Commi ee # 3 CAP 122 Commi ee # 3 CAP 123
Commi ee # 4 CAP 230 Commi ee # 4 MEZZ 1
Commi ee # 5 CAP 216 Commi ee # 5 CAP 125
Commi ee # 6 CAP 403 Commi ee # 6 CLOB 310
TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
2:00pm House and Senate Reconvene to Con nue Deba ng Bills Assigned Chambers
3:20pm House and Senate Recess for A ending Commi ee Mee ngs Assigned Commi ees
4:00pm House and Senate Reconvene to Con nue Deba ng Bills Assigned Chambers
5:00pm Dismissal from the Capitol (Dinner with your own school) Georgia Capitol
9:30pm Advisor’s Recep on Café (Lobby Level)
Vo ng for 76th Youth Assembly Officials Peachtree Ballroom Lobby
Youth Governor’s Dance Peachtree Ballroom
Game Room Peachtree Room
10:45pm Dismissal to Rooms/Curfew/YMCA Room Check Assigned Hotel Rooms
14 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Tuesday, November 19th, 2019 at the State Capitol *Youth Governor’s Office Located in Governor’s Ceremonial Office *YMCA Conference Info Depot and Conference Nurse located outside of the House Chambers TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
6:00am Curfew Ends/Breakfast with your School
8:00am Suggest Arrival Time at the State Capitol Building State Capitol
8:30am All Program Ac vity Con nues Under the Gold Dome State Capitol
House & Senate Comm. Mee ngs to take up Remainder of Bills from 10:45am Assigned Commi ees “other body” TUESDAY MORNING COMMITTEE MEETING INFORMATION House Commi ees Loca ons Senate Commi ees Loca ons
Commi ee # 1 House Chambers Commi ee # 1 Senate Chambers
Commi ee # 2 CAP 132 Commi ee # 2 CAP 450
Commi ee # 3 CAP 122 Commi ee # 3 CAP 123
Commi ee # 4 CAP 230 Commi ee # 4 MEZZ 1
Commi ee # 5 CAP 125 Commi ee # 5 CLOB 406
Commi ee # 6 CAP 403 Commi ee # 6 CLOB 310
TIME: ACTIVITY: LOCATION:
11:20am House and Senate reconvene for Final Debate on Bills Assigned chambers
12:00pm Closing Joint Session in House Chambers House Chambers
Youth Governors Report on Bills
Presenta on of Awards
Announcement of Officials for the 76th Youth Assembly Program
Closing announcements and Resolu ons
1:00pm Adjournment of Joint Session and Sine Die Assigned Chambers
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE 75TH YOUTH ASSEMBLY PROGRAM:
NOTE FOR TUESDAY MORNING: Please make sure you have all your belongings packed for departure following dismissal as directed by your Advisor/Chaperone. Double check to ensure that you get all of your personal belongings and leave nothing behind. Remember that for any damages found in your room, the State YMCA will send a bill to all those assigned to that room.
*We are guests of the State Capitol for 2 days of this three-day conference. there are moments when we lose access to certain rooms and locations. In certain situations, committees, and other general meeting locations may be re-located accordingly. We work with the State Capitol Staff to ensure we are flexible while still providing groups access to the “Gold Dome”. Thanks for your understanding. -State YMCA of Georgia Staff
WHAT IS YOUTH ASSEMBLY? The name "Youth Assembly" is derived from the official name of Georgia's lawmaking body, the General Assembly...thus, the program presented by the State YMCA of Georgia is the Youth (General) Assembly. The State YMCA of Georgia began Youth Assembly in 1946 with 316 attending. Youth Assembly is designed to give Georgia students experience in the operation of Georgia's State Government. The Georgia (real) General Assembly meets annually for 40 days. Youth Assembly meets annually for three (3) days. Therefore, Youth Assembly must take several shortcuts in order to accomplish the law-making process. However, regardless of the shortcuts, every effort is made to pattern Youth Assembly as closely as possible to the "real thing." It is possible that some Bills introduced may already be law; however, Youth Assembly considers them as if they are not law for the purposes of debate and legislative experience. Procedures will include explanations of the "differences" in Youth Assembly and General Assembly procedure. During the training and orientation session on the opening night of Youth Assembly, we will go into more detail on the “real way” that the General Assembly handles a Bill compared to some of our Youth Assembly shortcuts will be explained. Youth Assembly is a learning experience. Things may seem a little "fuzzy" at first. However, before the final rap of the gavel on the final day of Youth Assembly, you will truly be a better-informed citizen regarding how our State Government operates. Youth Assembly there will be YMCA staff members who will be glad to assist you with items that need clarifying. 16 OVERALL CONFERENCE RULES & EXPECTATIONS Since we have the finest “Y” Club members, State YMCA of Georgia program participants, Georgia Center for Civic Engagement program participants, and Student leaders attending Youth Assembly, very few rules are required. Your cooperation with the following will be appreciated. 1) Everyone is to attend each event unless excused by a State YMCA of Georgia Staff member. 2) Nametags are to be worn at ALL times. They are your ticket for all functions. They must be worn to be admitted into the Capitol Building, Senate and House Chambers, plus other events on the schedule such as the Pizza Party, Luncheon, Manda-Fun, etc. 3) Do not change hotel rooms after you have been assigned to a room. ADVISORS, DO NOT RELOCATE STUDENTS WITHOUT CONSULTATION WITH STATE YMCA STAFF. 4) Do not leave your room after Room Check (this means everyone). Do not order food to be delivered to the lobby, or your room after curfew. 5) Do not leave valuables such as pocketbooks, money, jewelry, etc. in your room at any time or around the hotel/conference area, or Capitol building. Electronics should always be work in a safe place. 6) Keep your room locked even when you are in the room. Do not open the door until the person outside the door has identified themselves. YMCA Staff/Conference Staff will always identify as such. 7) Advisors/Chaperones are responsible for the supervision of their delegates AT ALL TIMES. In the event that groups forego Manda-Fun, Advisors will sign a waiver and assume all responsibility until room check begins. 8) Boys and girls are to visit only in the lobbies of the hotel, and during appropriate times. 9) Do not go, at any time, into a hotel room other than the one to which you are assigned. 10) Each person is responsible for the condition of his/her room. A check will be made by the hotel staff prior to our departing. Any damages will be the responsibility of the individual. 11) Although you know it already, the use or possession of alcoholic beverages or drugs will not be permitted. Any participant found in possession of a nicotine delivery device or tobacco product will be immediately sent home from the event. 12) Do not make phone calls from your room. Use your cell phone. 13) Your respect for anyone speaking to the group id expected and appreciated. Youth Assembly is a First- Class Assembly. Our very best manners and dignity should be put forward and exhibited at all times. 14) Dress code starts after dinner on Sunday night. It is coat and tie for boys at all times. Girls are to wear a dress, skirt, or dress pants and blouse at all times. Any other wearing apparel will not be allowed at any time. The dress code must be followed by all participants. Dress prior to this time is business casual. Those not following dress code will be asked to return to their room to change into appropriate attire. THE SAME APPLIES FOR ADULTS. 15) No food, drinks, or gum, are allowed in the program chambers. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE WHILE AT THE CAPITOL. IF YOU BRING GUM, FOOD, OR DRINK IN THE CHAMBERS, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PRIVILAGES TO ENTER THE CHAMBER. 16) Conference attendees are not allowed to swim in the hotel pool, FOR ANY REASON, AT ANY TIME. Advisors/Chaperones, we request your assistance in enforcing this conference rule. Delegates may also not enter the hotel gym or access the fitness facilities unless you receive permission from both a State YMCA of Georgia Staff member, and your school Advisor. 17) Failure to comply with any of the rules listed above and requests of State YMCA staff may result in dismissal from the conference. 17
STUDENT/PROGRAM PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT FORM 1. I agree to abide by the Code of Conduct and am willing to abide by it at all times when attending a State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE activity or sponsored event. 2. I agree to report all violations of the Student Code of Conduct to the appropriate State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE Staff immediately. 3. I agree to be present for all scheduled events and assist in duties requested of me. 4. I agree to specifically abstain from possessing or consuming alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription drugs/pills other than specifically prescribed and administered via the direct Advisor/Chaperone of my delegation, or tobacco products through any delivery product. This may include, but is not limited to the following: a. cigarettes b. marijuana c. vape d. juul e. electronic cigarette f. chewing tobacco g. dip h. pipe i. hookah 5. By signing this form, I affirm that I will not have in my possession, or use any of the above items. If I am found using, or in possession, then I will be sent home immediately at my parents/guardians full expense. 6. I agree to not enter any sleeping accommodation that is not of my own (including and other student or adult), during the current or any State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE program. 7. I agree to maintain proper student-to-student decorum at all times. 8. I agree to be a positive delegate in words and actions to other conference students and adults attending State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE programs. 9. I agree to not engage in bullying of any student, in any form, during this program.
I have reviewed the provisions of the Code of Conduct as listed above and agree to abide by it. I understand that the Chief Executive Officer, Vice President, or State Program Director of the program may terminate my affiliation/participation with the program if I am found to be in violation of any of the provisions of this code.
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TEACHER, CHAPERONE, & VOLUNTEER PARTICIPANT (TCV) CODE OF CONDUCT FORM 1. I agree to abide by the Student Code of Conduct and am willing to enforce it at all mes when a ending a State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE ac vity. 2. I agree to report all viola ons of the Student Code of Conduct or the TCV Code of Conduct to the appropriate State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE Staff immediately. 3. I agree to be present for all scheduled events and assist in du es requested of me. 4. I agree to have another adult present whenever I: a. patrol sleeping rooms before and a er curfew hours b. need to talk with a student in a private se ng c. enter the shower room of a cabin, hotel room, or bathroom while students are there d. lead cabin/room discussions e. transport a single student to a State YMCA of Georgia/GCCE ac vity, a doctor, or a hospital 5. I agree to have at least two students present if I am transpor ng students to a State YMCA program ac vity and there is no other adult traveling with me. 6. I agree not to share a sleeping accommoda on with a student during a State YMCA of Georgia program unless the student is a member of my immediate family, and upon approval from the State YMCA of Georgia. 7. I agree to maintain proper adult‐to‐adult decorum at all mes. 8. I agree to be a posi ve role model in words and ac ons for the students a ending State YMCA of Georgia & GCCE programs. I also agree to abide by all conference rules listed in the program book. 9. I agree to set clear boundaries with students a ending State YMCA of Georgia & GCCE programs by NOT communica ng with them via social media or cell phones (Facebook, Twi er, Snapchat, Instagram, Pinterest, text, snail mail, morse code, etc. unless approved necessary by YMCA Staff or local BOE.) 10. I agree to have all completed medical release and signed Student Code of Conduct forms in hand before I permit any student to travel to any State YMCA of Georgia sponsored ac vity. 11. I agree to check rooms assigned to students for damage upon arrival and report any findings to the State YMCA/GCCE staff. I also agree to comply with all requests on the hotel inspec on sheet and check‐out sheet, collect keys, and turn in these items to the hotel and State YMCA staff prior to departure. 12. I agree to either submit to a Criminal History Background check, or if I am an employ of a school, get verifica on in wri ng from Administra on/BOE staff showing approval of a locally processed criminal history background check. I have reviewed the provisions of the Code of Conduct as listed above and agree to abide by it. I understand that the CEO, Vice President, or State Program Director of the program may terminate my affilia on/par cipa on with the program if I am found to be in viola on of any of the provisions of this code.
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DEFINITION OF TERMS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY (YA)
AMENDMENT – a change which is proposed or made in a Bill
AYES – a voice vote “yes” NAYS – a voice vote “no”
BILL – a proposed law; must be passed by Senate and House and signed by the Youth Governor to pass Youth Assembly
“Division” – request for a recorded vote when the voice vote is in doubt; may be “yelled” (requested) by any Senator or Representative before the chair raps the gavel on his decision.
“Does the Senator/Representative move?” – question usually asked by the President/Speaker after an Amendment is presented or the Previous Question is called and there is objection from the floor. The question of “moving” is usually answered by the person making the motion.
“I move” – if there is objection to the Previous Question or Amendment, the delegate must restate his motion by saying “I move.” If the delegate does not “move,” the motion is lost.
“I move the Previous Question” – a motion to end debate on a Bill and to begin the process of voting.
“I yield the Well” – I give up my right to speak on this Bill any further from the Well.
“I yield to a question” – I will allow a delegate to ask a question.
“Leave to the discretion of” – Presiding officer leaves the decision to the individual members.
MAJORITY – 50% plus one of the people seated in the Senate or House at that time.
MOTION – proper way to request action of the Floor
“Objection” – any expressed opposition to a motion.
REQUISITE CONSTITUTIONAL MAJORITY – one half of total number in Senate or House plus one.
“Reverse your positions” – for all those in opposition (voting against), this is the call for you to raise your hand.
“Rise and stand until counted” – to indicate your vote, you raise your hand until votes are count- ed.
SINE DIE – Latin for “without a day” and is used as a signal to end a lawmaking session. A legislative body adjourns sine die when it adjourns without appointing a day on which to assemble again.
WELL – designated area in front of the Senate or House from which a delegate is allowed to speak.
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Assignment & debate of Bill to Committee
[If Passed]
Debate of Bill in Original Chamber
[If Passed]
Assignment & debate of Bill to Committee in the opposite Chamber
[If Passed]
Debate of Bill in Opposite Chamber
[If Passed]
Youth Governor Youth Governor Signs Bill in to Law Veto's Bill
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At the Georgia Youth Assembly program there are multiple awards that students can be awarded. These awards are competitively based and determined by YMCA Conference Staff and a select Awards Committee chosen to evaluate the performance of the delegates in attendance. More detailed information will be shown on following pages: Outstanding Overall Delegation: This award goes to the school that checked all the appropriate boxes during the Youth Assembly experience. From registrations, to Bill submissions, appropriate delegate dress, delegate behavior, preparedness of delegates, to delegate participant engagement, this school will put forward the ideal overall conference experience that other schools might seek to seek after.
Legislative Program Awards: Best Conference Bill Outstanding Senate Bill Outstanding House Bill McCutchen Award Senate (Outstanding Debater x2) McCutchen Award House (Outstanding Debater x2)
Lobbyist Program Awards: Outstanding Lobbyist Delegate
Media Program Awards: Outstanding Media Delegate
Judicial Program Awards: Best Orator Best Judicial Brief Best Judicial Team
Executive Program Candidates & Conference Leadership Positions: At each Youth Assembly, students who qualify accordingly may seek leadership positions either as elected or appointed. Positions may range from Youth Governor to appointments of Judicial Program Chief Justice, Associate Justices, Media Program Co-Editors, etc.
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McCutchen Selection Criteria
At the Closing Joint Session of Youth Assembly on Tuesday, the four (4) McCutchen Award Winners are named. The McCutchen Awards go to the Outstanding Statesmen (one boy and one girl) in both the Senate and House Chambers. All delegates in the Senate and House are eligible. A committee of Conference Leadership as determined observe/judge delegates throughout Youth Assembly and select the winners.
Each recipient is judged on the following points: 1) Knowledge of his/her Bill and/or other Bills selected for debate in the Bill Book. 2) Knowledge of the rules and parliamentary procedure. 3) Ability to express his/her opinion with clarity and without offensiveness to other members of Youth Assembly. 4) Ability to make his/her presentation with poise, conciseness, humility and yet demon- strate assurance of his/her position. 5) Judgment to know when to speak and when to remain silent. 6) Personal appearance and demeanor.
Outstanding Bills and Best Bill…Selection Criteria
At the Closing Joint Session of Youth Assembly on Tuesday, at least three (3) Outstanding Bill Awards will be recognized. These awards are presented by the State YMCA of Georgia Staff and State YMCA Board of Directors. The Youth Assembly Bill Selection Committee determines the Outstanding Bills and Best Bill based on the following points:
1) The Bill deals with only one subject. 2) The Bill expresses the subject accurately in the Purpose. 3) The Bill deals with a matter that is within the jurisdiction of the state rather than within federal, county, or city ordinances. 4) The Bill expresses the author’s intent in concise, everyday language. 5) The Bill represents clear and analytical thinking by the Author(s). 6) The Bill includes a definition of terms, if needed, in an early part of the bill. 7) The Bill follows the proper order of arrangement.
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Lobbyist Program Information & Competition Rubric
(Coordinator: Brandon Moye, Registered Georgia Lobbyist) The State YMCA of Georgia Lobbyist Program began with the 29th Youth Assembly in 1974. The Lobbyist Program was actually created as a result of something that happened at a previous (28th) Youth Assembly. John Prien, then President of the Georgia Society of Association Executives, was invited to speak and be interviewed by the Press Representatives. His topic was “the part a Lobbyist plays in Legislation.” Mr. Prien was so impressed with the reaction and questions he received from the Press group that he approached Gerald Wade, then State YMCA Executive Director, about starting a “Youth Lobbyist Program.” The following Youth Assembly, the Lobbyist program, with Mr. Prien as Chairman, began. The following “real live adult Lobbyists” assisted Mr. Prien in conducting the first Lobbyist program: Gene Dyson, President, Georgia Business and Industry Association Abit F. Massey, Executive Director, Georgia Poultry Federation Bryce W. Holcomb, Executive Vice President, Georgia Soft Drink Association William F. Morie, Executive Vice President, Georgia Automobile Dealers Association Don Rooks, Administrative Assistant, Georgia School Boards Association Bill Sanders, Executive Secretary, Georgia Egg Commission A good definition of a “real” Lobbyist, as suggested by Abit Massey at the first Lobbyist program, is: “A Lobbyist is a representative of an interest group whose principal function is to link organized interests with public officials.” Lobbyists try to keep open the channels of communication between the group they represent and the government and the public. They supply information to legislators and administrative officials and keep members of the group they represent informed. Lobbyists perform a vital function within a democracy by keeping an eye on the activities of government and by assuring a representative form of government by presenting the views and position of particular groups to elected and appointed officials. This year, our Lobbyists will represent the interests of a specific firm. They will argue on Bills based on firm interest and not personal feelings and will receive a very good insight into the role of a Lobbyist as he/she gathers and supplies information to legislators and administrative officials. While at Youth Assembly, Lobbyists will have the opportunity to speak in committee meetings to garner support either in favor, or in opposition of Bills put before committees. They will have the ability to send messages via the Messenger of the Chambers to members in an attempt to communicate information regarding current Bills up for debate in the chambers. The students in this program will also work directly with the Chief of Staff communicating arguments for, or against, particular pieces of legislation in an attempt to garner support for the Youth Governor. Additional information regarding the Lobbyist Program Scoring Model is on the following page.
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Lobbyist Program Information & Competition Rubric
*Please note, points may be awarded to a Lobbyist Participate by the Program Coordinator, at his/ her discretion for successful argument on a Bill either in Committee or Chambers that leads to the passing or failure on a Bill, and the signing or vetoing of a Bill by the Youth Governor. Specific rubric information is listed below. The criteria is broken into 4 parts: Debate, Speech, Character, and Program Coordinator Evaluation/Recommendation.
DEBATE RUBRIC
Criterion Viewpoints are Viewpoints are Viewpoints clear and Most viewpoints are clear unclear and organized unorganized Arguments are Most arguments are Use of facts and Arguments lack supported with supported with facts and examples factual support facts and examples examples Relevance of All suppor ng Many, but not all, Few suppor ng suppor ng arguments are suppor ng arguments are arguments are rel‐ arguments relevant relevant evant All arguments are Strength of Some arguments are Arguments are not strong and Arguments convincing convincing convincing Voice can always Voice can be heard most of Voice is difficult to Speaking Voice be heard the me hear
LOBBYIST
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SPEECH RUBRIC
Criterion (1) Gets a en on (2) Clearly iden fies topic Meets any three of the Meets any two of the Meets only one of the Introduc on (3) Establishes credibility four criteria four criteria four criteria (4) Previews the main points Main points Main points Main points are need clarity Main points are clear, are not clear somewhat clear, and support Body well supported, and and have no support some support, and lack of sources are documented and no sources or some documenta on sources and documenta on documenta on (1) Reviews main points Reviews main points , Does not bring closure; Conclusion (2) Brings closure brings Brings closure the audience is le (3) Memorable closure hanging Eye contact with Eye contact with Eye contact with Eye Contact audience virtually all the audience less than 80% audience less than 75% Li le or no eye contact me (except for brief of the me of the me Use of language Use of language does Use of language causes contributes to not have nega ve poten al confusion, effec veness of the impact, and vocalized Use of language is Use of Language and/or vocalized speech, and vocalized pauses (um uh er etc.) inappropriate pauses (um uh er etc.) pauses (um uh er etc.) not distrac ng are distrac ng not distrac ng Body language, Body language, gestures, Body language, facial expressions and Body language, gestures, Body language and facial expressions gestures, and facial gestures and adds greatly to the expressions lack variety and facial expressions are message compliment message spontaneity lacking or inappropriate
Speaks clearly and Speaks clearly and Speaks clearly and O en mumbles or can dis nctly all the me dis nctly nearly all the dis nctly most of the not be understood with Clarity with no mispronounced me with no more than me with no more more than three words one mispronounced than two mispronounced words Topic is specific, Topic lacks clarity No specific purpose‐‐ Topic is specific, Topic is clear follows assignment and focus inappropriate for appropriate and appropriate and Adapted to needs adap ng to audience or adapted somewhat adapted audience audience occasion
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CHARACTER RUBRIC
Criterion Always cites Cites sources Cites sources sources appropriately, inconsistently, appropriately, consistently inconsistently consistently ensures all ensures all Cites inappropriately, fails ensures all work is their work is their to ensure all work is their work is their own, looks for own, resists own, a empts ethical Integrity own, looks for ways to ways to behavior, but may not ways to improve, improve, choose to do the right improve, and consistently chooses to do thing. chooses to do chooses to do the right thing the right thing the right thing. only when even when no own required or one is looking. rewarded. Always treats Treats others Reacts others with with respect, defensively to Fails to treat other Kindness respect, but less so in a healthy debate students with respect at especially heated debate or other any me during debates. in commi ee challenges.
“I taught policy and politics for seven years at a university. I told my students lobbyists are not a bad thing; they're absolutely vital.“ -Mike Quigley, United States Congressman
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Judicial Program (Coordinator: Alex Myers, Miles Hansford & Tallant, LLC.) Judicial Teams (two students per team) serve at Youth Lawyers to present written and oral Briefs representing both sides of an assigned Georgia Supreme Court Case. Participants watch a special training session presentation before Youth Assembly. The Youth Assembly legislative delegates decide what laws should be enacted. The Youth Governor is the executive branch of the government with veto power. As a Youth Attorney you will be part of the third branch of government, the judicial branch, which decides how the law is interpreted. Once a law becomes effective, problems often arise regarding how to apply that law, as well as how to interpret its meaning. Lawyers often say they do not know what a law means until the courts have told them and interpreted it by applying it to various factual situations. Thus, the judiciary is a very important branch of government. An appeal from a trial court to an appellate court normally involves two compo- nents: a written brief and an oral argument. As Youth Attorneys, you and your partner will argue an appellate case before a panel of judges. Each team mem- ber must participate in each oral argument, and must be prepared to argue ei- ther side of the case. Each team that decides to do so may prepare one 3-5 page written brief supporting one side of the case. One member of the team will write on one issue, and the other team member will write on the other issue. Judges use a rubric scoring sheet to grade the teams in each round of competi- tion. While the full rubric sheet is not included, the categories typically used to score the rounds of teams, include: Organization and Preparation; Answering Questions; Persuasiveness, Regardless of Merits; Performance; Courtroom Conduct; Judge's Intuition Conference Awards typically given out in the closing session include: Best Team, Best Brief, Best Orator, as well as announcements of the next years Judicial Justices. “It is emphatically the province and duty of the Judicial Department to say what the law is.” -John Marshall, Former Chief Justice
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Media Program: The Media Corps Program provides students participating in Youth Assembly with an opportunity to understand the role of media in a participatory democracy. Media Corps students learn by doing. In Print Media, participants engage in the actual skills of newspaper production: writing, interviewing, commentary, editing, layout, photography, graphics, production, and circulation. The students publish a conference newsletter, called the Youth Assembly Record, during the conference. In Digital Media, participants engage in the actual skills of videography, production, and editing. The students use their content to produce interviews, Governors debates, and program recordings. Through digital purposes, media corps members will conduct interviews of all candidates for the offices of Youth Governor, Lt. Governor, and Speaker of the House. Conference Awards typically given out in the closing session include: Outstanding Media (occasionally, some specific awards go to Most Outstanding Print Media Delegate and Most Outstanding Digital Print Media Delegate; although it may not be given out every year. The Co-Editors for the next year’s Youth Assembly record will also be announced in the closing session.
“Don’t use social media to impress people; use it to impact people.” -Dave Willis
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#georgiaya75 29 Candidates for the 76th Youth Assembly and Voting Information:
Candidates for Youth Governor
Candidate # 1, Grant Folsom, Cook High School Candidate # 2, James Martin, Morgan County High School Candidate # 3, Chloe Satterfield, Cartersville High School
Candidates for Lt. Governor
Candidate # 1,
Candidates for Speaker of the House
Candidate # 1, Ben Norton, Woodland High School (Henry) Candidate # 2, Madison Tomberlin, Lowndes High School
Special Note: Candidates listed on this page are the only qualified candidates as of 11/6/2019. More candidates may qualify after this book is printed and before the start of the event! Thanks, YMCA Staff
Please refer to your schedule for the time and location for voting. (one vote per school)
30 District Leadership Positions for the 76th Youth Assembly:
Chamber Official Position District
Senate President Pro Temp NE
House Speaker Pro Temp SE
Senate Floor Leader SW
House Floor Leader NW
Senate Secretary SE
House Clerk NW
Senate Doorkeeper SW
House Doorkeeper NE
Senate Asst. Secretary NW
House Asst. Clerk NE
Senate Asst. Doorkeeper SW
House Asst. Doorkeeper SE
Senate Reading Clerk SW
House Reading Clerk NE
Senate Messenger SE
House Messenger NW
If you are a current Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior and interested in serving in one of these prestigious leadership positions at the 76th Youth Assembly Program please see a State YMCA Staff member to submit your name and position of interest. Or you may email your name, school, and position of interest to [email protected]. Remember, you can only apply for a position from the District that corresponds with your nametag. Thanks! - YMCA Staff 31 DAVID B. POYTHRESS AWARD
Honoring a Legacy of Service
In January of 2017 a leader of the State YMCA, Lt. Gen. (retired) David B. Poythress passed away. The State YMCA of Georgia established the David B. Poythress Award to honor his memory and in celebration of his legacy.
Poythress had a long and well decorated history of service to his country, his state, and to many or- ganizations like the State YMCA. The Atlanta Journal Constitution highlighted Poythress’ service as follows: “Before seeking elected office, Poythress was an assistant attorney general, deputy state revenue commissioner and chairman of a study committee Gov. George Busbee appointed to tackle the thorny issue of nursing home reimbursements from Medicaid. This and his subsequent work on Medicaid led to him being nicknamed the “Mr. Fix It” of state government.
In 1979, Busbee appointed Poythress secretary of state after the death of the legendary incumbent, Ben Forston. Poythress ran for a full term as secretary of state in 1982 but was defeated in the Democratic primary by Max Cleland, a popular, decorated and disabled Vietnam veteran who would go on to run the Veterans Administration and serve in the U.S. Senate. Poythress took a 10-year break from politics and practiced tax law in Atlanta. He jumped back into politics in 1992 and won a special statewide election for labor commissioner against Democratic incumbent Al Scott of Savannah. In 1994, he was elected to a full four-year term as labor commissioner.
In 1999, Gov. Roy Barnes appointed Poythress to lead the Georgia Army and Air National Guard. Gov. Sonny Perdue reappointed him in 2002, promoting him to lieutenant general and making him the state’s first three-star adjutant general. “
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Then click: “Register to vote online using valid GA DL/ID# / Changer Voter Informa on” Complete the following 5 steps to register. Congrats!
33 SENATE & HOUSE COMMITTEE INFORMATION *Commi ees will only take up one Bill per mee ng, un l crossover Bills begin. Chairmen are listed below commi ees. R R R R R SENATE COMMITTEES R R R R R Senate Commi ee on Educa on & Youth: R Happy Patel, Cook High School R Bills: 1, 7, 13, 19 Senate Commi ee on Judiciary & Governmental Affairs: R Hannah Hardeman, Islands High School R Bills: 2, 8, 14, 20 Senate Commi ee on Health & Human Services: R Ariana Mohr Robert Toombs Chris an Academy R Bills: 3, 9, 15, 21 Senate Commi ee on Appropria ons & Finance: R Jenny Crum, Cartersville High School R Bills: 4, 10, 16, 22 Senate Commi ee on Regulated Industries & U li es: R James Fields, Burke County High School R Bills: 5, 11, 17, 23 Senate Commi ee on Natural Resources & Transporta on: R Taylor Copeland, Strong Rock Christian School R Bills: 6, 12, 18, 24 R R R R R HOUSE COMMITTEES R R R R R House Commi ee on Educa on & Youth: R Sammy Marks, Woodland High School R Bills: 1, 7, 13, 19 House Commi ee on Judiciary & Governmental Affairs: R Jack Mahoney, Morgan County High School R Bills: 2, 8, 14, 20 House Commi ee on Health & Human Services: R Nicolas Peppers, Social Circle High School R Bills: 3, 9, 15, 21 House Commi ee on Appropria ons & Finance: R Kaleb Ward, Thomas County Central High School R Bills: 4, 10, 16, 22 House Commi ee on Regulated Industries & U li es: R Keller Zamudio, Morgan County High School R Bills: 5, 11, 17, 23 House Commi ee on Natural Resources & Transporta on: R Jarrett Broome, Lowndes High School R Bills: 6, 12, 18, 24 *Commi ees Secretaries will preside over commi ee debate if the chairman is the Bill Author/Sponsor...Bill Authors are assigned to the commi ee to which their bill is assigned. If you are a Bill Author and this is not correct, please see a YMCA Staff member and they will assist you accordingly. 34 Notes and schedule changes
35 PROCEDURE RULES FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
(Procedure Tips follow this section)
RULE 1. The presiding officer of the Senate, the Lieutenant Governor, shall be called the President. A President Pro Tem shall preside in the absence of the President. When presiding, each is referred to as “President.”
RULE 2. The presiding officer of the House, the Speaker of the House, shall be called the Speaker. A Speaker Pro Tem shall preside in the absence of the Speaker. When presiding, each is referred to as “Speaker.”
RULE 3. A Secretary of the Senate and a Clerk of the House will keep a record of all Bills and Resolutions and will submit them to the other body for consideration.
RULE 4. Members of the Senate shall be called “Senators.” Members of the House shall be called “Representatives.”
RULE 5. When a Senator or Representative wishes to be recognized, that person shall stand, hold his identification sign above his head, and say “Mr. President/Speaker.” The presiding officer shall then recognize the Senator/Representative by saying, “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative from (town).” The Senator/Representative will then state his request. (See Procedure Tips for different ways to address the Chair, page 41).
RULE 6. All members will be assigned to either a Senate or House Committee. Committee meetings are scheduled every day. They are subject to meet throughout the Assembly. Committee Chairmen are appointed prior to Youth Assembly and serve throughout the Assembly.
RULE 7. Only Bills appearing in the Youth Assembly Bill Book will be considered in Committees. Your Committee assignment will be listed on your nametag (this is given to each person upon arrival at Youth Assembly). The Committee shall recommend one of three actions on a Bill: Do Pass – the Bill is passed on to the Senate/House as is for debate. Do Pass as Amended – the Committee Amendment then becomes part of the Bill when it is brought up in the Senate/House. The Amendment is written on an Amendment Form. (Note: The “Purpose” of a Bill may not be amended, only the Bill sections. This is true in both Committee and on the Floor.) Do not Pass – this means the Bill will not be brought up in the Senate/House for debate.
NOTE: More on Committee Meetings in the Procedure Tips (begins on page 44-47). 36 PROCEDURE RULES FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
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RULE 8. The first reading of the Bill consists of Bill title, number, Author, and Purpose. The Bill is then referred to a Committee. Following Committee Reports, Bills are read for the second time in the same manner. The third reading consists of the Bill being read in its entirety. Following the third reading, the Bill is open for debate (see Procedure Tips for information on how to speak for/against a Bill, page 41).
RULE 9. A day must pass between the reading of the Bills. In the case of Youth Assembly, this is not necessarily an actual day but rather a day as defined by scheduled adjourn- ments and announced by the Presiding Officer.
RULE 10. Time limits may be placed on those speaking from the Well and questions to those in the Well may be limited to allow sufficient time for all Bills to be debated during Youth Assembly. Chances are that some Bills will receive more time for debate than others. All conference attendees should be aware, much like the Georgia General Assembly, Bills around cross-over day, typically only receives a few minutes for the Bill Author and then a quick vote. The same is true for Youth Assembly. RULE 11. In Rule 7, page 16, Committee Amendments were mentioned. Floor Amendments are those that are added to a Bill as it is debated. Amendment Forms may be obtained from the Secretary/Clerk’s desk at any time. For any Bill that you would like to see amended, do the following before the call for the Previous Question is made (more on “Previous Question” in Procedure Tips, page 42-44): a. Get an Amendment Form. b. Print your Amendment clearly. An Amendment is another word for “change.” So, state the “change” you want made on the Amendment Form, giving the Bill Number and section you wish to amend. Rewrite the entire section(s) as you wish it to be amended. c. Be sure your complete name and town (the town in which your school is located) are also listed at the top of the Amendment Form. d. Give the Amendment Form to the Secretary/Clerk. The Amendment will be read and voted on before the vote on the Bill is taken. e. The “purpose” of the Bill may not be amended.
NOTE: More on Amendments in the Procedure Tips, page 50-51. RULE 12. No person shall be allowed on the Senate/House Floor except members, officials, and staff. Special guests may be invited and will be brought in by escort. Chaperones and other observers may sit in the gallery of each Chamber.
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(Procedure Tips follow this section) RULE 13. There are twelve to fifteen (12-15) elected Officials who actually guide the proceedings at Youth Assembly. They are: Governor – meets Bill Authors, signs or vetoes Bills, and addresses Joint Sessions Lieutenant Governor – serves as the top Presiding Officer of the Senate during debate and presides at Joint Sessions Speaker of the House – serves as the top Presiding Officer of the House President Pro-Tem of the Senate – assists the Lieutenant Governor in presiding Speaker Pro-Tem of the House – assists the Speaker of the House in presiding Secretary of the Senate – keeps track of all Bills and coordinates Senate appointed officials. Clerk of the House – keeps track of all Bills and coordinates House appointed officials. Senate Floor Leader – presents all official Resolutions and keeps debate moving in a timely manner. House Floor Leader – presents all official Resolutions and keeps debate moving in a timely manner. Doorkeeper of the Senate – monitors doors, allowing only authorized people in the chambers and announces all messages and visitors Doorkeeper of the House – monitors doors, allowing only authorized people in the chambers and announces all messages and visitors Chief Justice – works with the Judicial Program and swears in Officials and legislators.
RULE 14. The following offices are appointed (not necessarily every year): Governor’s Aide (Chief of Staff) – assists the Youth Governor with scheduling appointments with Bill Authors and other visitors. First Lady or First Gentleman– accompanies the Youth Governor to all official Youth Assembly functions and presides at the Youth Governor’s Breakfast.
SENATE APPOINTMENTS: Assistant Secretary – assists the Secretary and assumes the duties of the Secretary in his absence. Assistant Floor Leader – assists the Floor Leader and assumes the duties of the Floor Leader in his absence. Calendar Clerk – keeps all Bills and Resolutions in order and maintains a written log of the Senate proceedings. Assistant Calendar Clerk – assists the Calendar Clerk and assumes the duties of the Calendar Clerk in his absence. Reading Clerk – reads all Bills and Resolutions; assists with keeping up with Bills, Bill Receipts and Amendments. Assistant Reading Clerk – assists the Reading Clerk and assumes the duties of the Reading Clerk in his absence. Messenger – takes messages, Bills and Resolutions to the House or the Youth Governor. 38 PROCEDURE RULES FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
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RULE 14. HOUSE APPOINTMENTS:
Assistant Clerk – assists the Clerk and assumes the duties of the Clerk in his absence. Assistant Floor Leader – assists the Floor Leader and assumes the duties of the Floor Leader in his absence. Calendar Clerk – keeps all Bills and Resolutions in order and maintains a written log of the Senate proceedings. Assistant Calendar Clerk – assists the Calendar Clerk and assumes the duties of the Calendar Clerk in his absence. Reading Clerk – reads all Bills and Resolutions; assists with keeping up with Bills, Bill Receipts and Amendments. Assistant Reading Clerk – assists the Reading Clerk and assumes the duties of the Reading Clerk in his absence. Messenger – takes messages, Bills and Resolutions to the Senate or the Youth Governor.
RULE 15. Chaplains, for both the Senate and the House, are appointed by the State YMCA Staff.
RULE 16. There will be a Newsletter during Youth Assembly called the Youth Assembly Record. It will be passed out to all Youth Assembly participants.
RULE 17. Twelve (12) students are selected by the State YMCA Staff to serve as Committee Chairmen. These students have previously indicated a preference to serve as a Chairman and must have attended Youth Assembly previously as a Senator or a Representative. Committee Officers (Secretary and Committee Advisor) are also selected by the State YMCA Staff. The Duties of the Committee Officers are listed in the Procedure Tips, pages 45-46.
RULE 18. Selected students serve as members of the various Escort Committees in each Chamber. Selection is made by the State YMCA Staff. Escort Committees serve as official escorts for visitors who will be addressing members of the Senate and House
RULE 19. A maximum of twelve (12) students may attend Youth Assembly as part of the Lobbyist Program. Students are accepted on a first come-first served basis and must be a 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grader. There may only be two (2) Lobbyists per Club. Each Lobbyist will be assigned/ choose Bills—to lobby "for", and "against" as directed by program coordinators.
RULE 20. The Judicial Program is for students in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Participants register in teams of two (2). A maximum of 20 teams (40 participants) may be accepted in the Judicial Program. The Judicial Program Coordinator selects a participant from the 11th grade to serve as Chief Justice and Associate Justice for the following Youth Assembly. 39 PROCEDURE RULES FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
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RULE 21. Four (4) groups must attend/view a training session (webinar) prior to or immediately upon arriving to Youth Assembly. They are: Elected Officials Committee Chairmen Lobbyists Judicial Participants
RULE 22. A Youth Assembly Legislative Committee is composed of selected members of the “real” Georgia General Assembly. This committee of real Senators and Representatives provides technical support and assistance for the total Youth Assembly program.
RULE 23. Recognition on the last day of Youth Assembly will be as follows:
McCutchen Awards (4) – best male and female debaters in the House (2) and Senate (2). Best Bill and Outstanding Bills – presented in remembrance of the students and Advisors who died in the Winecoff Hotel fire during the 2nd Youth Assembly. Bill Awards are selected on content, clarity, and originality/uniqueness. Judicial Awards consist of Best Team, Best Orator, Best Brief, and announcement of the new Chief Justice. Lobbyist Awards for outstanding participants. Election results of the elected officials for the next year will be announced during the closing Joint Session. Appointments may also be announced at this time.
RULE 24. Boys must wear coat and tie with dress pants/khakis at all times during Youth Assembly. Girls must wear a business suit, dress, dress slacks or skirt and blouse/sweater. Skirt/dress length should follow your school’s individual dress code. Let's all look our best… Dress code also applies to Adults, Advisors, Chaperones. If your students dress appropriately, you should as well.
RULE 25. All references to “he,” “his,” or “gentlemen,” etc. are to be interpreted as referring to both male and female members of Youth Assembly.
RULE 26. Often a Bill that is already a Georgia law will be put in the Bill Book. However, for educational purposes, the Bill will be debated as if it is not a law.
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1) WAYS TO ADDRESS THE CHAIR (PRESIDENT/SPEAKER)
A Senator/Representative may ask a question at any time, but the question must first go through the President/Speaker. The proper procedure is as follows:
Senator/Representative: Stands and holds identification sign above his head and says “Mr. President/Speaker.”
President/Speaker: “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative from (town).”
Senator/Representative: “Mr. President/Speaker, I rise to a POINT OF ORDER.” (This is asked when a Senator/Representative thinks the rules are being violated, thereby calling on the Chair for a ruling and enforcement.)
President/Speaker: “The Senator/Representative will state his point.”
Senator/Representative: “Mr. President/Speaker, is it not true that…”
Note: Everything is put in the form of a question.
Other Questions asked of the President/Speaker might be: -PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRY – questions relating to the Chair’s opinion on a matter of parliamentary procedure as it relates to the rules of Youth Assembly. -POINT OF INFORMATION – questions as to facts affecting the business at hand. -POINT OF PERSONAL PRIVILEGE – questions pertaining to personal information or requests. This traditionally takes place between debate on Bills.
2) HOW TO SPEAK “FOR” OR “AGAINST” A BILL
A Bill is read for the THIRD time in its entirety. After it is read and you wish to speak on the Bill, do the following:
Senator/Representative: Stands and holds identification sign above his head and says “Mr. President/Speaker.”
President/Speaker: “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative from (town).”
Senator/Representative: “I wish to speak for (against) this Bill.”
President/Speaker: “That is your privilege.”
You then go to the Well, (the speaker’s stand) directly in front of the Secretary/Clerk’s desk. You may then give your reasons for supporting/opposing the Bill. It may be necessary for the Senate/ House to set a time limit for debate on each Bill. If so, this will be announced and each Senator/ Representative will in turn be given a time limit to speak for/against a Bill. 41 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
3) HOW TO ASK A QUESTION OF THE DELEGATE IN THE WELL
While at the Well, another Senator/Representative may ask you a question by using the following procedure:
Senator/Representative: Stands and holds his identification sign above his head and says “Mr. President/Speaker.”
President/Speaker: “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative from (town).”
Senator/Representative: “Will the Senator/Representative yield to a question?”
Senator/Representative at Well: “I will (will not) yield.”
President/Speaker: “The Senator/Representative will (will not) yield.”
Senator/Representative (if person at Well yields): Ask question(s) concerning the Bill.
Note: Most often, a question to the Senator/Representative at the Well begins with “Is it not true that . . .?” However, questions may be put in other forms as long as general statements are not made. Just be sure your questions are to the Senator/Representative in the Well and not just a means of “speaking on the Bill.”
Note: If a Senator/Representative at the Well does not wish to be interrupted while speaking on a Bill, he may turn to the President/Speaker and say, “I wish not to be interrupted.” Senate/House courtesy will then not permit interruption. Following his presentation, he may then be questioned using the above procedure. However, he may wish to speak on the Bill and then be seated without remaining at the Well for questions. Most often he will answer questions concerning interpretation of the Bill.
4) HOW TO MOVE THE PREVIOUS QUESTION
After a Bill has been debated and no one is at the Well, the following procedure is used to vote on the Bill:
Any Senator/Representative or Floor Leader: Stands and holds his identification sign above his head and says “Mr. President/Speaker.”
President/Speaker: “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative from (town).”
Senator/Representative: “Mr. President/Speaker, I move the previous question.”
President/Speaker: “The Senator/Representative from (town) moves the previous question. Shall the call for the previous question be sustained? Is there objection?” (If so, a Delegate will yell, “Objection!”)
If there is objection, the following takes place: (continued on next page)
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4) HOW TO MOVE THE PREVIOUS QUESTION...continued from previous page...
President/Speaker: “There is objection. Does the Senator/Representative 'move'?” (asked of the Delegate who moved the previous question). If he “moves,” President/Speaker calls for the vote (no second needed).
President/Speaker: “All in favor of the previous question, vote ‘aye.’” (A vote here would end further debate). “All opposed, vote ‘nay.” (A vote here would reopen debate).
President/Speaker: “On the question, the ‘ayes’ were ___ and the ‘nays’ were ___. The motion is carried/defeated.”
If the motion is defeated (“nays” won), the Floor would reopen for debate.
If the motion is carried (the “ayes” won), the President/Speaker would then proceed as follows:
President/Speaker: “The Sponsor of the Bill has (up to) five (5) minutes for summation.”
Sponsor: Makes closing statements on his Bill.
President/Speaker: “Secretary/Clerk will read the amendments.” Delegates should have already secured an Amendment Form from the Secretary/Clerk and written out the amendment and given it to the Secretary/Clerk. No amendments will be accepted after the motion for the previous question is so ordered.
Secretary/Clerk: Reads the amendments as called for by the President/Speaker. (Author of amendment stands.)
President/Speaker: “Is there objection to the adoption of this amendment?” If not, the amendment is adopted.
If a Delegate yells “Objection!,” the following takes place:
President/Speaker: “There is objection” (any delegate may object but usually the sponsor of the Bill does this). “Does the Senator/Representative ‘move’ (asking the Author of the Amendment)?”
If he “moves,” the following takes place:
President/Speaker: “All favoring the adoption of the amendment vote ‘aye’...All opposed to the amendment vote ‘nay.”
President/Speaker: “On the amendment the ‘ayes’ were ____ and the ‘nays’ were ___. Therefore, the amendment is lost/adopted.”
If there are no more amendments, the President/Speaker then proceeds to a vote on the Bill: (continued on next page) 43 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
4) HOW TO MOVE THE PREVIOUS QUESTION...continued from previous page... President/Speaker: "Is there objection to agreeing to the report of the committee (or Minority Report if one was filed and agreed to) which is favorable to the passage of this Bill? The chair hears none and the report of the Committee is agreed to. Shall the main question now be put? Is there objection? The chair hears none and the main question is so ordered. Shall this Bill pass?"
"The Doorkeeper will lock the doors. All Senators/Representatives will vote `Aye' or `Nay'. Those in favor of this Bill will rise and stand until counted." (this means raise your hand.) "Reverse your positions." (This means those in opposition raise hands). (Pause for counts to be made).
"On the passage of this Bill the `Ayes' were _____ and the `Nays' were ____. This Bill having received the requisite constitutional majority is therefore passed."
…OR…(if Bill is not voted to pass) "This Bill having failed to receive the requisite constitutional majority is therefore lost." Raps gavel soundly.
NOTE: The vote on the Bill must be a quorum; that is, one more than one half of the total number in the Senate or the House. This is called the “requisite constitutional majority” referred to earlier. In the Senate it means each Bill must receive or more affirmative votes to pass. In the House, a Bill must receive ____ or more affirmative votes to pass. (The numbers for these two blanks will be given to you during the Opening Session of the Senate and the House).
5) COMMITTEE MEETINGS Committee Meetings are scheduled every day. They are subject to meet throughout the Assembly. The duty of each Committee is to study each Bill assigned to that particular Committee and to make recommendations (see Rule #7, page 17).
Committee Officers are appointed prior to Youth Assembly (see Senate and House Committee assignments listed earlier in Procedure Rules #17, page 19). A training session will be held for everyone holding these positions during the first day of Youth Assembly.
General Committee Information: A) Senators are in Senate Committees; B) Representatives are in House Committees. The function of the Committee is to review Bills being considered for Youth Assembly.
The following steps are taken when reviewing Bills: 1) Evaluate: The Committee should evaluate each Bill considering the following: Purpose – What is hoped to be accomplished? Are there conflicting points in the Bill? Are the points (sections) easily understood? Is the wording satisfactory…and does it cover the intended purpose? 2) Amend: If a Bill is lacking in any of the previous areas, it may be corrected by an Amendment which is written on the Amendment Form and attached to the original Bill. 3) Final Action: Should be one of the following: A) Do Pass, B) Do Pass as Amended (The Committee Amendment then becomes part of the Bill when it is brought up in the Senate/House.), C) Do Not Pass (This means the Bill will not be brought up in the Senate/House for debate.) 44 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
C. Duties of the Committee Officers: Chairman, Secretary, Advisor At the Training Session on the first day of Youth Assembly, the Committee Coordinator will provide the materials you will need for your Committee Meeting, including Committee Reports and Amend- ment Forms. Chairman: 1) After a Bill is read in the Senate/House, the Secretary/Clerk will call for the Chairman to come forward to receive the Bill. The Chairman will do this for each Bill assigned to his Committee. Each Bill will be in a Bill Jacket and will be taken to Committee and later returned to the Secretary/Clerk after Committee Meetings are over. 2) See that the Committee starts on time. 3) Introduce the Advisor, Secretary, and yourself, as Chairman. 4) Use parliamentary procedure in conducting the meeting. 5) Be “in charge” of the meeting. Be kind, but be business-like. 6) As Chairman, never talk against a Bill or table a Bill. Encourage passage of the Bill. 7) If necessary, try to amend a Bill so it can pass. Work out flaws in Amendments. 8) Be certain to cover each Bill assigned to your Committee at the scheduled time: SENATE HOUSE
1. 1st Day 7:45pm 1st House Bill 1. 1st Day 7:45pm 1st Senate Bill
2. 2nd Day 9:50am 2nd Senate Bill 2. 2nd Day 9:50am 2nd House Bill
3. 2nd Day 1:20pm 3rd House Bill 3. 2nd Day 1:20pm 3rd Senate Bill
4. 2nd Day 3:20pm 4th Senate Bill 4. 2nd Day 3:20pm 4th House Bill
5. 3rd Day 10:45am *Crossover 5. 3rd Day 10:45am *Crossover
*Taking up remainder of the Bills from the “other Chamber”. *Taking up remainder of the Bills from the “other Chamber”.
9) Lobbyists, adults, and Bill Authors who are not members of the Committee are not allowed to vote but may be allowed to speak. 10) When a Bill Author is not present, call the Committee at ease and try to find the Author. 11) Chairmen are allowed on the floor at any time they have business there. 12) The Chairman is responsible for finding out when his Bills from the opposite Chamber have passed and are to be considered by his Committee.
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DUTIES OF COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN (prior to first Committee Meeting)
1) -Chairman should find his Committee room before the first Committee Meeting. -Chairman should be sure the Committee room is properly marked. -Chairman should put up directional signs if needed. These must all be taken down before leaving on the last day of Youth Assembly. -Chairman will pick up Bills from the Secretary/Clerk of your Chamber. You will sign for these Bills. “Guard them with your life!” Bring something in which to put your materials as well as a stapler and some large rubber bands.
SECRETARY: 1) The Secretary is responsible for all Amendments, Committee Reports and actual Bill Jackets during the Committee Meeting. 2) Attach all Amendments (that pass) to the proper Bill inside the Bill Jacket. Do not write on the original Bill. 3) Write the final action of the Committee on the Committee Report. You will be given a separate Committee Report for each Bill.
COMMITTEE ADVISOR/STAFFER: Assist the Committee as needed: 1) Start on time. 2) Help with introductions. 3) Assist Chairman and Secretary if needed. 4) Assist Committee Members, but do not get involved in discussion of the Bill or Amendments.
D. Procedure for Committee Meeting: The Chairman will conduct. 1) Call to Order 2) introductions (First two meetings only) 3) Roll Sheet (Make a listing of all Senate/House members and their seat numbers.) 4) Committee Secretary reads Bill 5) Author speaks on Bill. He presents his Bill in committees of both Chambers (5-minute limit). 6) Lobbyist “against” Bill speaks (5-minute limit) 7) Lobbyist “for” Bill speaks (5-minute limit). Lobbyists cannot enter into discussion unless given permission by the Chairman. 8) Discussion and Debate 9) Move the Previous Question. No further amendments may be presented. 10) Secretary reads amendments. Note: Amendments may be presented from the time the secretary reads the Bill until the previous question is moved. Amendments are read one at a time, in reverse order, and are voted on individually as they are read. If there are conflicting amendments, the last one voted on takes precedence. Record the vote on the Amendment Form. Indicate the number of your Committee on the Amendment Form. 11) Author’s summation (this right may be waived). 12) Secretary reads Bill as Amended. No need to read a Bill again if it has not been amended. 13) Vote on Bill 46 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
D. Procedure for Committee Meeting: (continued) 14) Adjournment Announce next meeting If the Bill did not pass, encourage Author to file a Minority Report (see #6, pages 28-29). Suggest that Bill Author contact “Real Live Adult Legislator” for help.
15) Chairman fills out Report Sheets One sheet per Bill is filed. The report sheet, Bill and any amendments that were passed are folded together and returned to the Secretary/Clerk of your Chamber. Chairman signs both Report Sheet and Bill jacket. Be sure to sign the correct jacket. Blue for Senate, White for House. The exact vote of the Committee is recorded on the Chairman Report Sheet and on the Bill Jacket. WHO-WHAT-WHEN-WHERE-HOW OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS (i.e., “What goes on in committee meetings?”)
Needless to say, a lot of information has now been given concerning Committee Meetings. Perhaps a reminder of the following three (3) groups will “tie it all together.”
Committee Chairmen: A total of 8 students are selected by the State YMCA Staff to serve as Committee Chairmen. They must have attended Youth Assembly previously as a Senator or a Representative.
Committee Chairmen may enter into debate just as any other delegate. There is a "Y" Club Advisor/ Conference Staff who works with the Committee Chairmen before and during Youth Assembly.
Lobbyists : Approximately 20 students may sign up to be a “Youth Lobbyist.” Lobbyists are assigned two (2) Bills to work “for” and two (2) Bills to work “against.” A student may sign up for the Lobbyist program even if he/she has not attended Youth Assembly previously. A select group of “Real Live Adult Lobbyists” work with the Youth Lobbyists prior to and during Youth Assembly.
Most of the Lobbyist’s work is done in Committees. You’ll note that in the “Procedure for Committee Meeting” discussed previously, the Lobbyists are given a specific time to speak. In the actual “real” General Assembly, a Lobbyist can speak only if the Chairman of the Committee gives him permission. This is usually done, however, because the Lobbyist often provides information that will be helpful to the Committee Members as they reach their decision.
Bill Authors : Every person registering to be a Senator or Representative must submit a Bill for consideration at Youth Assembly. Of those submitted, only 40 are chosen.
6) FILING A MINORITY REPORT Should your Bill get a “Do Not Pass” from the committee, you can file a Minority Report (this is usually done by the Bill Author). When a Bill is discussed in committee and voted “Do Not Pass,” a person (any person) may file a Minority Report by following this procedure when the report of the committee is given in the House (or Senate): DELEGATE: (Obtain recognition from the Speaker/President). “Mr. Speaker/President, I serve notice that at proper time, a Minority Report will be filed on HB/SB # ______concerning the Committee Report which is unfavorable to the passage of this Bill.” SPEAKER/PRESIDENT: “The Senator/Representative has that right.” 47 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
6) FILING A MINORITY REPORT...continued…
Note: Reasons for filing a Minority Report might include such things as: -You felt committee did not properly understand the Bill. -Time was too limited in Committee to fully explain the Bill. -You now have additional information concerning the Bill. -You have prepared an amendment(s) that will strengthen the weak points of the Bill. -Other
The Delegate has until adjournment the next day to file the report. The report should be written out and given to the Secretary/Clerk stating briefly the purpose of the Minority Report.
Then, before adjournment the next day, the Delegate gains recognition and says:
DELEGATE: “Mr. President/Speaker, I move that the Senate/House disagree with the report of the Committee concerning SB/HB #____ which was unfavorable to the passage of this Bill and would like to have the Secretary/Clerk read the Minority Report.”
Minority Report is read.
Delegate goes to the Well and speaks on the Minority Report (not on the Bill itself). Proper time is given to both sides.
Then a vote is taken on whether or not to disagree with the Committee Report. If the vote is to disagree, then the Bill is placed on the calendar; if defeated, the Bill is lost. The vote is taken as follows:
PRESIDENT/SPEAKER: “Shall the Minority Report be adopted? Those in favor (which would place the Bill on the calendar), say ‘aye.” “Those opposed (which would not permit the Bill to be brought up), say ‘nay.” “On the adoption of the Minority Report, the ‘ayes’ are ______, the ‘nays’ are ______.” The motion is therefore adopted (lost).” “The Bill is placed on the calendar (the Bill is lost for this session).”
7) VOTE TO RECONSIDER A BILL (after it is defeated on the Floor)
This is usually done by the Bill Author. Should you have a Bill that loses by “a close vote,” you may ask the Senate/House, immediately fol- lowing the vote to reconsider the Bill. This would require a majority vote and, if passed, would place the Bill at the bottom of the calendar.
The correct procedure for this would be as follows: DELEGATE: “Mr. President/Speaker” PRESIDENT/SPEAKER: “The Chair recognizes the Senator/Representative.” DELEGATE: “I wish to ask the Senate/House to reconsider its action on SB/HB # _____ , thereby placing it at the bottom of the calendar for later consideration.” PRESIDENT/SPEAKER: “The Senator/Representative has that right.” (Vote is then taken and must be approved by a majority vote.) 48 PROCEDURE TIPS FOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY
8) OTHER THINGS WHICH MAY BE HELPFUL
In order to make a point when there is not a Senator/Representative in the Well or when the Senator/Representative refuses to yield to a question, you may do one of the following:
-“Rise to a point of information” -“Rise to a point of personal privilege”
Voice Vote – many times the President/Speaker will call for a voice vote (all in favor say ‘aye,’ all opposed ‘nay’) He will then rule on whether the vote was in favor (aye) or not in favor (nay) based on the voice vote. If a Senator/Representative questions the decision of the Chair, he may yell “DIVISION!” This will cause the Chair to take the vote by a show of hands. Floor Amendments – (How to get your point across) – although you cannot go to the Well and actually speak “for” or “against” a Floor Amendment itself, you can use the following method to get your point across. For example: Suppose a section of a Bill affected people after they reached the age of 55. You favor its becoming effective after the age of 60. So, you can get the Amendment Form (blue or white sheet depending on your chamber) from the Secretary/Clerk and write your Amendment accordingly (turn it into the Secretary/Clerk). Then, during debate on the Bill, you could use one of two methods to gain support for your Amendment (remember, you cannot go to the Well to make your point on an Amendment):
A. Use the method described in WAYS TO ADDRESS THE CHAIR (#1, page 21, under Procedure Tips) by rising to a POINT OF INFORMATION and asking the Chair, “Is it not true that this Bill would be better received if the Senate/House voted on my Amendment which changes Section (#) to make the effective age 60 rather than 55?” The Chair will probably reply with “If the Senator/ Representative so states, then it must be true” or “the Senator/Representative is entitled to his opinion.” The point is, you have notified your fellow Senators/Representatives that your Amendment is coming up for a vote prior to the final vote on the Bill, and you hope they will vote for your Amendment. B. A second method to gain support for your Amendment is to ask questions to a person in the Well using the same line of questioning above but following the Procedure Tips on HOW TO SPEAK “FOR” or “AGAINST” A BILL (See Procedure Tips #2, page 21).
For example: Gain permission to ask a question of the Senator/Representative at the Well. Then ask, “Is it not true that this Bill would be more effective if Section (#) were changed to make the age 60 rather than 55?” The Senator/Representative may or may not agree with you.
Or, you could pose your question by saying, “Would you support an Amendment I have submitted to the Secretary/Clerk that would change the age from 55 to 60?”
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MORE ON AMENDMENTS The handling of amendments has been mentioned several times (under Rule 7, page 17; Rule 11, page 18; and Procedure Tips #8, page 29). Perhaps the following will help to further clarify the amendment process and will assist you in actually writing an amendment.
In the “real” General Assembly, the Senate and House differ slightly in their method of dealing with Committee Amendments. At Youth Assembly, we will “borrow” a bit from both chambers and handle Committee Amendments in the following manner:
When an amendment(s) is added to a Bill, it is reported from Committee as “Do Pass as Amended.” There- fore, the amendment(s) becomes part of the actual Bill and the amendment is read as part of the Bill during the third reading before Senate/House debate.
The Secretary/Clerk will read the Bill and will call attention to amendments that come from committee. For example: say House Bill 4 has an amendment to add a word to Section Two. The Secretary/Clerk would begin reading HB 4 and after Section Two is read, will then read the Committee Amendment. The other Sections would be read as they are.
The Committee Amendment would then become part of the Bill and could only be changed through a Floor Amendment.
FLOOR AMENDMENTS
Floor Amendments are voted on after the Call for the Previous Question on a Bill has been ordered. In order to submit a Floor Amendment, a Senate/House member should get an Amendment Form from the Secretar- y/Clerk. Fill it out, being very precise in writing the amendment, and give it back to the Secretary/Clerk. You must present your Floor Amendment to the Secretary/Clerk before the Call for the Previous Question is or- dered.
(FINAL) SUGGESTIONS FOR AMENDING A BILL (also on next page) In writing an amendment to a Bill, the objective is to make clear the change you wish to make in the Bill.
If you wish to amend a Bill, first get an AMENDMENT FORM from the Committee Chairman or Secretary (if making the Amendment in Committee) or, from the Secretary or Clerk in the Senate or House (if making the Amendment there). Fill it out, making sure to give your name, town, Bill number (by “HB” if a House Bill and “SB” if a Senate Bill), and then rewriting the section or subsection as you would want it to read. You may get an Amendment Form at any time, but can turn it in ONLY during debate on that Bill (must be before the call for the previous question on that Bill). More information on the following page.
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Let’s take a sample Bill:
Senate Bill Number 28
Purpose: To change the Georgia Firearms Regulations to reduce the minimum age for purchasing firearms.
INTRODUCED BY: Ima Mixitup Wade Co-ed "Y" Club Goodole, Georgia
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (JUNIOR YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1. Definition of Firearms: Rifles, pistols, etc.
Section 2. The Georgia Firearms Regulations shall be changed by lowering the minimum age for purchase of a firearm from 21 years to 18 years of age.
Section 3. All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Section 4. This act shall become effective immediately upon passage.
Suppose you want to amend this Bill by Suppose you want to add “Shotguns” to the Definition of Firearms in Section 1. Get an changing age “18” to “19.” Get an Amendment Form and fill it out as follows, rewriting the entire Amendment Form and fill it out as follows, section as it is to read as amended (please print rewriting Section 1 as it should read. or write clearly).
AMENDMENT FORM AMENDMENT FORM (use pencil only) (use pencil only) Senator/Representa ve Ima Mixttup Senator/Representa ve Ima Mixttup
Of Goodole Seat # S-10 Of Goodole Seat # S-10 (town on your iden fica on sign) (town on your iden fica on sign) MOVES TO AMEND MOVES TO AMEND
Senate Bill 28 Senate Bill 28
House Bill ______House Bill ______
AS FOLLOWS: AS FOLLOWS:
Sec on 2: The Georgia Firearms Regula ons shall be Section 1: Definition of firearms: rifles, changed in order to lower the minimum age for pistols, shotguns, etc. purchases of a firearm in the State of Georgia from 21 years of age to 19 years of age.
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1945‐1946 (1st) 1954‐1955 (10th) 1961‐1962 (17th) Speaker of House: Donald Payton, Grantville Youth Governor: Harry Ellis, Rome Youth Governor: Chip Bell, McRae Speaker Pro Tem: Marlin White, Rockmart Lt. Governor: Martelle Layfield, Columbus Lt. Governor: Charles K. Epps, Columbus Speaker of House: Tommy Miller, Waycross Speaker of House: Steve Bacon, Albany 1946‐1947 (2nd) President Pro Tem: Clyde Dekle, Millen President Pro Tem: Tony Lay, Winder Speaker of House: William Forehand, Cordele Speaker Pro Tem: Kay Sherrell, Columbus Speaker Pro Tem: Johnny Shinall, Cartersville
1947‐1948 (3rd) 1962‐1963 (18th) Speaker of House: Ellio Dunwody, III, Macon 1955‐1956 (11th) Youth Governor: Jim Holmes, Moultrie Speaker Pro Tem: Cecil Redfern, Thomasville Youth Governor: Tommy Burnside, Thomson Lt. Governor: David Bryant, Dalton Lt. Governor: Eddie Bajalia, Valdosta Speaker of House: George Bos ck, Forsyth 1948‐1949 (4th) Speaker of House: Clyde Dekle, Millen A orney General: Paul Aaron, Atlanta Lt. Governor: Jimmy Hardage, Bainbridge President Pro Tem: Be y Brandon, Cartersville President Pro Tem: Jimmy Rogers, Waycross Speaker of House: Hampton Walker, Waycross Speaker Pro Tem: Terry Avery, Griffin Speaker Pro Tem: Eddie Roland, Augusta Speaker Pro Tem: Pat Hammond, Albany 1956‐1957 (12th) 1963‐1964 (19th) 1949‐1950 (5th) Youth Governor: Steve Handley, Waycross Youth Governor: Ronnie Ogletree, Columbus Lt. Governor: James King, Dahlonega Lt. Governor: Jim McLean, Griffin Lt. Governor: Robert Travis, Covington Speaker of House: Cordell Maddox, LaGrange Speaker of House: Bill Miller, Ti on Speaker of House: Dick Pierce, Cartersville President Pro Tem: Douglas Smith, Thomaston President Pro Tem: Andy Summers, Conyers A orney General: Pepper Kelly, Marie a Speaker Pro Tem: Phyllis Clough, Douglas Speaker Pro Tem Harry Tracy, Cedartown President Pro Tem: James Lee Herndon, Lakeland Speaker Pro Tem: Bobby Durden, Statesboro 1950‐1951 (6th) 1957‐1958 (13th) Youth Governor: Richard Myrick, Columbus Youth Governor: Wheeler Bryan, Ti on 1964‐1965 (20th) Lt. Governor: Don Sports, Douglas Lt. Governor: Danny Strain, Calhoun Youth Governor: Wayne F. Orr, Dalton Speaker of House: Bill Mar n, LaGrange Speaker of House: Bill Johnson, LaGrange Lt. Governor: George Roberts, Brunswick President Pro Tem: Charles Finney, Valdosta President Pro Tem: Tony Smith, Waycross Speaker of House: Dan Bri , Marie a Speaker Pro Tem: Judy Brown, Columbus Speaker Pro Tem: Diane McGill, Thomson A orney General: Ben Mitcham, Monroe President Pro Tem: Ed Dudley, LaGrange 1951‐1952 (7th) 1958‐1959 (14th) Speaker Pro Tem: James Garther, Thomasville Youth Governor: Charles Finney, Valdosta Youth Governor: Stephen Butler, Columbus Lt. Governor: Harold Gulliver, Valdosta Lt. Governor: Harry Chappelear, Toccoa 1965‐1966 (21st) Speaker of House: Bert Crane, LaGrange Speaker of House: Walter Jones, Jr., Dalton Youth Governor: Donald Roberts, Atlanta President Pro Tem: Jerry Weaver, Griffin President Pro Tem: Larry Fowler, Ti on Lt. Governor: Andy Seery, Thomasville Speaker Pro Tem: Todd Bramble , Waycross Speaker Pro Tem: Tommy Earles, Waycross Speaker of House: Douglas Jolley, Covington A orney General: James L. Quarterman, Brunswick 1952‐1953 (8th) 1959‐1960 (15th) President Pro Tem: Ariel Rodriquez, Mt. Berry Youth Governor: Milton Jones, Columbus Youth Governor: Cullen Gilliland, Dalton Speaker Pro Tem: Bill Ramsey, Eatonton Lt. Governor: Lurton Massee, Marshallville Lt. Governor: Charles Hicks, Swainsboro Speaker of House: Donald Benne , Bainbridge Speaker of House: Jerry Blassingame, Monroe 1966‐1967 (22nd) President Pro Tem: Auburn Paulk, Douglas President Pro Tem: Gayle Cross, Columbus Youth Governor: Sonny Hicks, Conyers Speaker Pro Tem: Joann Burns, Marie a Speaker Pro Tem: Bob Preston, Douglas Lt. Governor: Wayne McConnell, Warner Robins Speaker of House: Chris Fievet, Waycross 1953‐1954 (9th) 1960‐1961 (16th) A orney General: Al McGraw, Thomasville Youth Governor: Bobby Williams, Waycross Youth Governor: Johnny Bargeron, Wrens President Pro Tem: Bob Kelley, Marie a Lt. Governor: M. T. Simmons, Donalsonville Lt. Governor: Bill Exum, Lakeland Speaker Pro Tem: Tom Williams, Rome Speaker of House: Tommy Burnside, Thomson Speaker of House: Wilson Wheeler, Waycross President Pro Tem: Haywood Day, Columbus President Pro Tem: Jimmy Chitwood, Dalton Speaker Pro Tem: Joe Dockery, Douglas Speaker Pro Tem: John Taylor, LaGrange
52 23RD - 43RD FORMER YOUTH ASSEMBLY OFFICIALS
1973‐1974 (29th) Youth Governor: Jim Pedrick, Waycross 1967‐1968 (23rd) 1981‐1982 (37th) Lt. Governor: Connie Cole, Carrollton Youth Governor: Randy Fagler, Swainsboro Youth Governor: Mary Hopkins, Waycross Speaker of House: Jody Lewis, Thomasville Lt. Governor: Howard Elrod, Rome Lt. Governors: Eric Hobson, Carrollton President Pro Tem: Peyton Fletcher, Columbus Speaker of House: Jim Bradley, Thomasville John Muntean, Forest Park Speaker Pro Tem: Keith Winn, Washington A orney General: Steve Dugan, Fort Valley Speakers of House: Debbie Clark, Ocilla
President Pro Tem: George Saunders, Winder Kim Ragsdale, Albany 1974‐1975 (30th) Speaker Pro Tem: Rocky Wade, Atlanta Presidents Pro Tem: Amy Bohr, Sylvania Youth Governor: Hal Heath, Bronwood Troy Davis, Pearson Lt. Governor: Jack Dalrymple, Cornelia 1968‐1969 (24th) Speaker Pro Tem: Todd Jarvis, Madison Speaker of House: Chris e Williams, Carrollton Youth Governor: Tommy Alexander, Thomasville President Pro Tem: Rita Ki s, Sparks Lt. Governor: Glenn H. Davis, Acworth 1982‐1983 (38th) Speaker Pro Tem: Mark Bland, Me er Speaker of House: Jack Hancock, Riverdale Youth Governor: Ted Leichner, Adel
A orney General: Bob Jackson, Dalton Lt. Governor Nixon Jefferson, Covington 1975‐1976 (31st) President Pro Tem: Stephen Prince, Waycross Speaker of House: Darryl Landreth, LaGrange Youth Governor: Quintus Williams, Mt. Zion Speaker Pro Tem: Tommy Richardson, Madison President Pro Tem: Rhonda Moorman, Ocilla Lt. Governor: Lonnie Roberts, Hazlehurst Speaker Pro Tem: Lanier Ward, Me er Speaker of House: Brian Avery, Covington 1969‐1970 (25th) President Pro Tem: Pa y Tweed, LaGrange Youth Governor: Don Janney, LaGrange 1983‐1984 (39th) Speaker Pro Tem: Fredia Fletcher, Thomasville Lt. Governor: Joe Argo, Lexington Youth Governor: Mike Metcalf, Dalton
Speaker of House: Ronnie Lewallen, Dalton Lt. Governor: Lance Lanier, Me er 1976‐1977 (32nd) A orney General: Larry Gibbs, Atlanta Speaker of House: Pamela Lohr, Madison Youth Governor: Joe O'Kelley, Danielsville President Pro Tem: Ray Holland, Ashburn President Pro Tem: Beth Shinall, Cumming Lt. Governor: Karen Cox, Bainbridge Speaker Pro Tem: Danny Burgsteiner, Blackshear Speaker Pro Tem: Melindia Paulk, Fitzgerald Speaker of House: Alane Cowart, Millen 1970‐1971 (26th) President Pro Tem: Ken Powers, Toccoa Youth Governor: Billy Lyons, Marie a 1984‐1985 (40th) Speaker Pro Tem: Tamra Williams, Carrollton Lt. Governor: Phillip Golub, Blackshear Youth Governor: Jimmie McEver, Toccoa
Speaker of House: Jerry Pece, Atlanta Lt. Governor: Sid Anderson, Fitzgerald 1977‐1978 (33rd) A orney General: Bob Smith, Watkinsville Speaker of House: Cleveland Slater, Me er Youth Governor: Greg Rushing, Me er President Pro Tem: Maggie Whitley, Columbus President Pro Tem: Christa Tumbleston, Watkinsville Lt. Governor: Mike Muntean, Forest Park Speaker Pro Tem: Peyton Hodges, Pelham Speaker Pro Tem: Ryan McNally, Dalton Speaker of House: Robin Gary, Sylvester
President Pro Tem: Bert Thompson, Hazlehurst 1971‐1972 (27th) 1985‐1986 (41st) Speaker Pro Tem: Dale Nash, Danielsville Youth Governor: Cindy Jones, Atlanta Youth Governor: Kevin Brown, Statesboro
Lt. Governor: Wayne Kirksey, Bainbridge Lt. Governor: John Hinkle, Dalton 1978‐1979 (34th) Speaker of House: Buster Hudson, Madison Speaker of House: Lois Baker, Coolidge Youth Governor: Terry Hoffman, Albany A orney General: Lonnie Cooper, Waycross President Pro Tem: Ginger Volf, Sylvania Lt. Governor: Sco Henry, Toccoa President Pro Tem: Nancy Stone, Ringgold Speaker Pro Tem: Sherry Pope, Covington Speaker of House: Mike Thomas, Hazlehurst Speaker Pro Tem: David Collins, LaGrange President Pro Tem: Lori Chapman, Thomasville 1986‐1987 (42nd)
1972‐1973 (28th) Youth Governor: Todd King, Moultrie 1979‐1980 (35th) Youth Governor: Sparky Newsome, Washington Lt. Governor: Deitrich Bos ck, Covington Youth Governor: Kelvin Walker, Griffin Lt. Governor: Carla Cartledge, Griffin Speaker of House: Jeff Reynhout, Cumming Lt. Governor: Alice Bohr, Sylvania Speaker of House: Michael Johnson, Waycross President Pro Tem: Vanamey Roberts, Thomasville Speaker of House: Mark Coile, Danielsville A orney General: Nick Vann, Thomasville Speaker Pro Tem: Wendi Cli on, Brooklet President Pro Tem: Jill Eady, LaGrange President Pro Tem: Michael Ivey, Columbus Speaker Pro Tem: Merri Groover, Thomasville Speaker Pro Tem: Dennis Albright, Carrollton 1987‐1988 (43rd)
Speaker Pro Tem: Keith Winn, Washington Youth Governor: Daniel Brock, Dalton 1980‐1981 (36th) Lt. Governor: Niles Dixon, Hazlehurst Youth Governor: Skip Philips, Toccoa Speaker of House: Gail Reid, Covington Lt. Governor: Dean Wright, Thomasville President Pro Tem: Sabrina Dudley, Lake City Speaker of House: Pres Johnson, Baxley Speaker Pro Tem: Jim Mitchell, Adel 53 President Pro Tem: Beki Brooks, Cleveland Speaker Pro Tem: Mark Milam, Griffin
44TH - 64TH FORMER YOUTH ASSEMBLY OFFICIALS
1988‐1989 (44th) 1995‐1996 (51st) 2002‐2003 (58th) Youth Governor: Greg Pope, Covington Youth Governor: Thomas Hinson, Sylvania Youth Governor: Jesse McMillan, Nashville Lt. Governor: Stanley Slater, Collins Lt. Governor: Danielle Roberson, Thomasville Lt. Governor: Bonnie Jones, Statesboro Speaker of House: Brad Folsom, Adel Speaker of House: Sarah Benefield, Ti on Speaker of the House: Andrew Rutland, Valdosta President Pro Tem: Benjamin Edwards, Macon President Pro Tem: Clint Knight, Moultrie Pres. Pro Tem: Marilyn Steenhoek, Woodstock Speaker Pro Tem: Dede Hollis, Dalton Speaker Pro Tem: Kelley Gary, Commerce Speaker Pro Tem: Josh Jones, Cumming
1989‐1990 (45th) 1996‐1997 (52nd) 2003‐2004 (59th) Youth Governor: Laura Ba en, Millen Youth Governor: Chris an Pi s, Thomasville Youth Governor: Ellis Washington, III, Ti on Lt. Governor: Rick Waters, Camilla Lt. Governor: Kip Walker, Ti on Lt. Governor: AJ Sanders, Baconton Speaker of House: Megan Marchman, Hampton Speaker of House: Zachary Conway, Hiawassee Speaker of the House: Ma hew Holland, Woodstock President Pro Tem: Todd Simons, Cumming President Pro Tem: Clint Hughey, Woodbury President Pro Tem: Ashton Bacon, Dexter Speaker Pro Tem: Chad Conard, Gainesville Speaker Pro Tem: Francys Johnson, Sylvania Speaker Pro Tem: Jonathan Oliver, Conyers
1990‐1991 (46th) 1997‐1998 (53rd) 2004‐2005 (60th) Youth Governor: Joey Taylor, Thomasville Youth Governor: Ma Thomas, Adel Youth Governor: Jess Morgan, Me er Lt. Governor: Brian Smith, LaGrange Lt. Governor: Gee Gee Jackson, Sylvester Lt. Governor: Jessie Fussell, Adel Speaker of House: Leigh Hearnburg, Carrollton Speaker of the House: Eric Bargeron, Sylvania Speaker of the House: Madeline Aseron, Statesboro President Pro Tem: Laura Teems, Cleveland President Pro Tem: Ian Elkin, Moultrie President Pro Tem: Jonathan Howard, Baconton Speaker Pro Tem: Brandon Braddy, Mt. Vernon Speaker Pro Tem: Garre Gosse , Bainbridge Speaker Pro Tem: Kate Freeman, Sylvania
1991‐1992 (47th) 1998‐1999 (54th) 2005‐2006 (61st) Youth Governor: Brian Johnson, Forest Park Youth Governor: Darbi Lynn, Bainbridge Youth Governor: Bri Bush, Dublin Lt. Governor: Robin Vosburgh, Cartersville Lt. Governor: Allison Peters, Forest Park Lt. Governor: Ka e McCabe, Sylvania Speakers of House: Michelle Bellamy, Homer Speaker of the House: Joseph Flippin, Atlanta Speaker of the House: Anna Shedd, Athens Susan Kilpatrick, Cleveland President Pro Tem: Steve Crosby, Brooklet President Pro Tem: Keri Powers, Cumming President Pro Tem: Betsy Donaldson, Me er Speaker Pro Tem: Jacki Hasty, Dalton Speaker Pro Tem: Felicia Bryant, Camilla Speaker Pro Tem: Jessica Barfield, Thomasville 1999‐2000 (55th) 2006‐2007 (62nd) 1992‐1993 (48th) Youth Governor: Alex Adkins, Atlanta Youth Governor: Jake Landress, Mon cello Youth Governor: Gare Knight, Dalton Lt. Governor: John Legg, Lilburn Lt. Governor: James Hall, Ashburn Lt. Governor: Alysia Cockrell, Harlem Speaker of the House: Bryant Conger, Bainbridge Speaker of the House: Craig Isner, Dawsonville Speaker of House: Jeff Rountree, Me er President Pro Tem: Jessica Royal, Madison President Pro Tem: Jospeh Stunzi, Athens President Pro Tem: Kim Murphy, Thomasville Speaker Pro Tem: Stephen Cox, Thomaston Speaker Pro Tem: Ma Ciuros, Cumming Speaker Pro Tem: Danny Smith, Jackson 2000‐2001 (56th) 2007‐2008 (63rd) 1993‐1994 (49th) Youth Governor: Minnie Quartey, Valdosta Youth Governor: Kris n Graham, Molena Youth Governor: Joy Dailey, Millen Lt. Governor: Taylor Hensel, Cumming Lt. Governor: Crystal Hardy, Dublin Lt. Governor: Jerad Mabon, Woodbury Speaker of the House: Daniel Digby, Bainbridge Speaker of the House: Johnny Blankenship, Atlanta Speaker of House: Melissa Inoue, Woodstock President Pro Tem: Keonne Allen, Atlanta President Pro Tem: Mary Bo oms, Cumming President Pro Tem: Debbie Drake, Stockbridge Speaker Pro Tem: Ma hew Garre , Ashburn Speaker Pro Tem: Kate Benne , Dawsonville Speaker Pro Tem: Rebecca Donohue, Ti on 2001‐2002 (57th) 2008‐2009 (64th) Youth Governor: Mudresh Mehta, Atlanta Youth Governor: Caleb Faille, Dawsonville 1994‐1995 (50th) Lt. Governor: Tracey Troutman, Rochelle Lt. Governor: Abigail Daughtrey, Lenox Youth Governor: Kevin Tallant, Cumming Speaker of the House: Taylor Giddens, Valdosta Speaker of the House: Aus n McCullom, Cumming Lt. Governor: Becky Alverson, Ti on President Pro Tem: Josh Holland, Cumming President Pro Tem: Connelly Crowe, Athens House: Amanda Benson, Griffin Speaker of Speaker Pro Tem: Marque Carey, Atlanta Speaker Pro Tem: Alex Meyers, Sylvania President Pro Tem: Liza Guy, Manchester Speaker Pro Tem: Ka e Moore, Statesboro 54 65TH - 74TH FORMER YOUTH ASSEMBLY OFFICIALS
2009‐2010 (65th) 2015‐2016 (71st) Youth Governor: Tyler Bishop, Cartersville Youth Governor: Jackson Mitchell, Madison Lt. Governor: Jeff Hopper, Athens Lt. Governor: Chris Taylor, Adel Speaker of the House: Katelyn Koschewa, Woodstock Speaker of the House: Isaac Or z, Savannah President Pro Tem: Emily DeJarne , Madison President Pro Tem: Sarah Rogers, Dawsonville Speaker Pro Tem: Cody Newsome, Mt. Airy Speaker Pro Tem: Haven Preva , Madison
2010‐2011 (66th) 2017‐2018 (73rd) Youth Governor: Katherine Key, Madison Youth Governor: Kevin Eppes, Valdosta Lt. Governor: Omega Tennant, McDonough Youth Governor: Aaron Fondal, Locust Grove Speaker of the House: Carly Burruss, Cumming Lt. Governor: Liz Quilliams, Jefferson President Pro Tem: Ashley Conrad, Athens Lt. Governor: Zakk Stoddard, Adel Speaker Pro Tem: Roseanne Teame, Chamblee Speaker of the House: John Thomas, Adel Speaker of the House: John West, Adel 2011‐2012 (67th) President Pro Tem: Chloe Sparwarth, Cumming Youth Governor: Elizabeth Holland, Chula President Pro Tem: Lucy Young, Madison Lt. Governor: Nicole Futch, Adel Speaker Pro Tem: Madison Folsom, Valdosta Speaker of the House: Jay Jones, Moultrie Speaker Pro Tem: William LeRoy, Lincolnton President Pro Tem: Alex Sorohan, Madison Speaker Pro Tem: Ka e Rosemond, Athens 2018‐2019 (74th) Youth Governor: David Mustard, Bogart 2012‐2013 (68th) Youth Governor: Thomas Tucker, Kennesaw Youth Governor: Ellen Wilson, Madison Lt. Governor: Nathan Touchberry, Dexter Lt. Governor: Jacy Donaldson, Bremen Lt. Governor: Langley Wooten, Thomasville Speaker of the House: Jus n Wallace, Cumming Speaker of the House: Samantha Ayoub, Jefferson President Pro Tem: Su on Trulock, Madison Speaker of the House: Kimi Powell, Cumming Speaker Pro Tem: Chandler Stone, Dexter President Pro Tem: Alex Garcia, Dalton President Pro Tem: Ty Hadley, Thomasville 2014‐2015 (70th) Speaker Pro Tem: Dylan Henderson, Atlanta Youth Governor: Andrew Mitchell, Mon cello Speaker Pro Tem: Ben Norton, Stockbridge Lt. Governor: Dalton Touchberry, Dexter Speaker of the House: Hogan Tuell, Madison President Pro Tem: Chykimbrion Jackson, Asburn Speaker Pro Tem: Kevin Parker, Bremen We are looking forward to the next 75 Youth 2016‐2017 (72nd) Youth Governor: Chan Creswell, Griffin Assemblies. Are you Lt. Governor: Brooks Fletcher, Bogart interested in being a part Speaker of the House: Sarah Lee, Valdosta President Pro Tem: Komalpreet Kaur, Madison of this honored and Speaker Pro Tem: Toby Upshaw, Vidalia storied tradition of Youth Assembly Officials? 2013‐2014 (69th) Youth Governor: Mason Hicks, Bremen Please see a YMCA Staff Lt. Governor: Caroline Jones, Madison member to get more Speaker of the House: Anthony Chatman, Dexter President Pro Tem: Trevor Deal, Dexter information. Thanks! Speaker Pro Tem Daryl Anne Boyd, Nashville
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58 Bills for the 75th Youth Assembly
House Bills (Pages 60‐84) Senate Bills (Pages 85‐109)
Bills selected for the Senate and House were submi ed by par cipants (Bill Authors). Their name(s) appear on the Bill itself. Read each with care. They will first be considered in Commi ee. A Bill must receive a “Do Pass” or “Do Pass as Amended” recommenda on from a Commi ee before it will be presented in the Senate or House.
59 RECORD OF ACTION ON HOUSE BILLS
Bill Commi ee House Ac on Senate Ac on Governor’s Number Ac on # For # Against # For # Against Ac on
HB 1 HB 2 HB 3 HB 4 HB 5 HB 6 HB 7 HB 8 HB 9 HB 10 HB 11 HB 12 HB 13 HB 14 HB 15 HB 16 HB 17 HB 18 HB 19 HB 20 HB 21 HB 22 HB 23 HB 24
Miscellaneous Notes or Schedule Changes: ______
60 YA Bill Number HB-1
PURPOSE: To bring in more revenue for the HOPE Scholarship while also boosting the economy and bringing in thousands of jobs by means of expanding gambling into the state of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Samuel Marks Woodland High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: The HOPE Scholarship shall be defined as a scholarship funded by the Georgia Lottery for Education and is available only to degree-seeking undergraduate students who meet the definition of a Georgia Resident for HOPE Scholarship Purposes.
Section 2: Gambling shall be defined as an activity or practice of playing at a game of chance for money or other stakes.
Section 3: Gambling would be done threw casinos because out of all forms of gambling it brings in the most revenue and would therefore add more money to the HOPE Scholarship Fund.
Section 4: Casinos would be taxed 5% of their total revenue and the money from that tax would go directly into the HOPE Scholarship Fund.
Section 5: Certain measures will be taken so that casinos coming into Georgia will not cause the crime rate in Georgia to raise.
Section 6: A vote will be taken by both chambers of the house and by Georgia residents before the bill is officially passed.
Section 7: This act shall take effect immediately once a vote is taken among Georgia residents and upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
61 YA Bill Number HB-2
PURPOSE: To prevent gerrymandering and ensure a more fair and non-partisan process of redistricting by establishing an Independent Redistricting Commission.
INTRODUCED BY: Christian Dent Strong Rock Christian School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Redistricting shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as the redrawing of congressional and state legislative districts usually conducted every ten years after the US census.
Section 2: A five member commission independent from the state legislature, will be established to over- see the mapping of congressional and state legislative districts.
Section 3: The majority and minority leaders in the Georgia State Senate and the Georgia House of Rep- resentatives will each appoint one registered voter to the commission.
Section 4: The four appointed commissioners will then appoint a fifth commissioner, who must be an in- dependent, to serve as the commission's chair. If the first four commissioners are unable to agree on an appointment, the Georgia Supreme Court may select the fift.
Section 5: No commissioner may have been an elected official, party officer, or paid lobbyist within the three year period prior to his or her appointment.
Section 6: Congressional and state legislative districts should be contiguous, geographically compact, and respect communities of interest-all to the extent practicable.
Section 7: District lines should follow visible geographic features, city, town, and county boundaries.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number HB-3
PURPOSE: The increase the health and safety of the general public through the criminali- zation of the sale of tobacco products and the state-wide decriminalization of the sale of marijuana through state certified dispensaries. INTRODUCED BY: Benjamin Norton Woodland High School BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME: Section 1: Criminalization, for the purpose of this bill, will be defined as the action of turn- ing an activity into a criminal offense by making it illegal.
Section 2: Decriminalization, for the purpose of this bill, will be defined as the action or process of ceasing to treat something as illegal or as a criminal offens.
Section 3: According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the term ‘tobacco product’ means “any product made or derived from tobacco that is intended for human consumption, including any component, part, or accessory of a tobacco product (except for raw materials other than tobacco used in manufacturing a component, part, or accessory of a tobacco product)”. (Excludes seeds for personal production).
Section 4: Marijuana, for the purpose of this bill, will be defined as cannabis, especially as smoked or consumed.
Section 5: By the rules of this act, the sale of tobacco products by any means will now be treated as illegal, with the punishment of a fine of 1,000 dollars, if sold by an individual, or the shutting down of the establishment, if sold by a business.
Section 6: The sale of marijuana will only be permissible to adults over the age of 21 years old, and any individual convicted of selling to a minor will face up to 3 years in pris- on and if sold in an a dispensary to a minor, the individual will he held responsible, not the establishment.
Section 7: In addition, any minor, a person under the age of 18, who is found in posses- sion of marijuana will be charged a fine of 500 dollars and could serve up to 90 days in jail.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect 180 days after the signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of law in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
63 YA Bill Number HB-4
PURPOSE: To establish a Civic Education Fund for the purpose of supporting and improving citizenship educa- tion within the state of Georgia. INTRODUCED BY: Chloe Satterfield Cartersville High School Section 1: Citizenship education shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as the study of civic dispositions, participatory skills and methods, key historical periods and events, and structures of government. Section 2: The Civic Education Fund shall be regulated and presided over by the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement, which shall establish a Foundation board, who shall have the authority to approve, deny, or amend a request for a grant. The Foundation board shall consist of 10-15 members that may be appointed by the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Speaker of the House. Serving minority leaders from the House of Representatives and Senate shall have the right to serve on the Foundation board. The Georgia Center for Civic Engagement shall appoint practitioners of their choosing. All funds distributed shall be subject to annual audit by an independent external auditor, and a report shall be sent to the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts for approval. Section 3: Entities eligible to receive an allotment will include K-12 public or charter school systems, private schools, and non-profit organizations who have actively provided civic involvement opportunities within the state. Any non-profit seeking approval will provide the Foundation board with financial records to prove involvement for consideration. Section 4: Grants for public or charter school systems and private schools are limited to the purposes of purchasing classroom supplies, curriculum enhancements, and educational resources, as determined by the Foundation board, and extracurricular organizations, all that must pertain or contribute to furthering citizenship education. All materials purchased using capital from the Civic Engagement Fund by public or charter school systems shall align with the Georgia Standards of Excellence. Section 5: Grants for non-profit organizations are limited to the purposes of presenting scholarships, purchasing resources, and funding programs and travel that pertain or contribute to furthering citizenship education. Section 6: If any eligible entity violates the limitations established in this Act, they are responsible for reimbursing the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement of the funds used for inappropriate purposes to be returned to the Civic Education Fund and will be fined a $1,000 violation fee. The fee shall be added to the Fund. If an eligible entity is found to violate the established limitations for the third time, all applications for a grant shall be nullified for up to five years, as determined by the court. Section 7: With the passage of this Act, a Civic Education study committee shall be established to explore means of funding and shall be supervised by the Civic Education Committee of the House of Representatives. Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor. Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed. Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
64 YA Bill Number HB-5
PURPOSE: To provide incentive for recycling and buying items with less packaging, to make the cost of trash collection dependent on the weight of each resident's trash.
INTRODUCED BY: James Bannon Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Trash can be defined as something worth little or nothing. Recycling can be defined as the processing of materials or substances (such as liquid body waste, glass, or cans) in order to regain material for human use.
Section 2: Every year, the United States generates about 230 million tons of “trash”.
Section 3: The average American household will produce and dispose of 4.6 pounds of trash everyday, and less than one quarter of it is actually recycled. The rest is incinerated at landfills.
Section 4: With making the cost of trash and recycling pick up based off of the weight of said amounts would cause an incentive to cut down on the amount of trash they produce, thus reducing the amount of trash that is shipped to landfills in the hopes to save money.
Section 5: This will still be paid for by the owner of the household, however the means by which the cost of the pickup is calculated by the weight rather than a flat rate.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
65 YA Bill Number HB-6
PURPOSE: To decrease the amount of carbon dioxide emitted into the air, a tax incentive will be put in place to allow bikes to be written off as tax rebate on your Georgia Income Tax if they are used as a method of transportation in the state of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Sagan Greenspan Morgan County High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: A “bike” shall be defined as a two wheeled vehicle with handlebars for steering, a saddle seat, and is propelled by pedals. Does not have a battery or any type of gas assist.
Section 2: The deductible will be written off in increments of miles. For every mile biked, you will receive 6 cents. A minimum of 35 miles biked bimonthly is required to qualify for this incentive. The maximum rebate is 600 dollars per year.
Section 3: To count towards a mile biked, you need to have biked in place of traveling by a vehicle emitting carbon dioxide, biking for leisure does not count.
Section 4: In order for the state of Georgia to acquire the money for the rebates, the state gas tax will go up by 2 cents.
Section 5: This act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts in conflict with this act are hereby repealed.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
66 YA Bill Number HB-7
PURPOSE: To increase the overall percentage of college educated individuals in the state of Georgia by providing every citizen of Georgia with collegiate education at no direct cost.
INTRODUCED BY: Brad Scott Northwest Family YMCA
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Undergraduate Collegiate Education shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as education in a public university in the University System of Georgia for up to 127 attempted credit hours.
Section 2: At the passage of this act, all citizens of the state of Georgia shall have the right to Undergraduate Collegiate Education for no monetary cost, not including boarding fees or any costs that are not part of the university’s core education tuition.
Section 3: The public universities providing Tuition-free Undergraduate Collegiate Education shall be funded by a 1.5% increase statewide in sales tax, providing the Georgia University System with an average of more than 10% more money than their budgets currently allows for.
Section 4: Additionally, with the passage of this Act, public universities are hereby prohibited from having different minimum academic requirements for Georgia citizens on the basis of the citizen’s annual salary, or the citizen’s family’s annual salary thereof.
Section 5: Colleges may not increase the number of students enrolled by more than 50% greater than the previous year, so as to prevent rapid expansion and increase competition.
Section 6: Upon enactment of this bill, the Zell Miller and HOPE scholarships shall no longer provide any financial assistance with education at Georgia University System Schools, due to there being no tuition to pay in the first place.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed. Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
67 YA Bill Number HB-8
PURPOSE: To provide a simple and easy way to report sexual assault in the state of Georgia. INTRODUCED BY: Caleb McWhorter Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Sexual Assault is defined as illegal sexual contact that usually involves force upon a person without consent or is inflicted upon a person who is incapable of giving consent (as because of age or physical or mental incapacity) or who places the assailant (such as a doctor) in a position of trust or authority.
Section 2: The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is hereby granted the authority to create a simple, accessible, and thorough system to report sexual assault and assist sexual assault victims in the state of Georgia. The system must include a website, and social media outreach.
Section 3: The system will have a way to report sexual assault crimes to local authorities and name the assailant. After the sexual assault victim has reported the crime, the CJCC must make biweekly checks to ensure the continued safety of the victim and if the victim’s life or wellbeing is endangered because they reported the crime, the CJCC must alert local authorities.
Section 4: Upon reporting a sexual assault crime the system must direct the sexual assault victim to any and all organizations (public and private, for profit and nonprofit) within the state of Georgia that deal in helping and rehabilitating sexual assault victims.
Section 5: Should the sexual assault victim’s life, safety, or wellbeing be threatened by their choice to report the sexual assault the CJCC must alert local authorities and ensure their continued safety and wellbeing.
Section 6: The CJCC will receive $200,000 to create the system. A special 2¢ sales tax on contraceptives will be instated until the $200,000 is reached. The funding is for any personnel necessary to comply with this bill and for any added expenses. The funding is to be used ONLY for the creation of the system and any surplus will be donated to nonprofit organizations that assist sexual assault victims.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
68 YA Bill Number HB-9
PURPOSE: To ban the use of conversion therapy across the state of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Kaitlyn Dekle Metter High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Conversion therapy shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as the practice that tries to alter the sexual identity/orientation of a person.
Section 2: The practice or conversion therapy or reparative therapy is hereby required, with the Pas- sage of this Act, to no longer be practiced in the state of Georgia under any circumstances.
Section 3: Violation of this act shall be punishable as a felony. Any medical practitioner found violat- ing this act will have an immediate revocation of license and will be fined an amount not exceeding $5,000.00.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
69 YA Bill Number HB-10
PURPOSE: To give Patients the option to buy their prescription medications at their local pharmacy for the same copay as mail order when their insurance plan includes prescription coverage.
INTRODUCED BY: Jasper Stone Metter High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Patient shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as a person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment who has insurance that covers prescription medications.
Section 2: Mail order shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as a pharmacy which fills faxed, emailed or phoned prescriptions, sending the drug products to a distant client in a matter of days.
Section 3: Local Pharmacy shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as a store where medicinal drugs are dispensed and sold at a location close to the patient.
Section 4: Copay shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as an amount of money which is the patient’s responsibly to receive their medication.
Section 5: Prescription medication shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as a substance used for medical treatment.
Section 6: The patient has the right to obtain their prescription medications if they have prescription coverage through their insurance for the same price at a local pharmacy as they would at a mail order pharmacy.
Section 7: This allows a patient to purchase their prescription medication at the pharmacy of their choice and is not forced to use a pharmacy that they do not wish to use.
Section 8: This act shall take effect January 1, 2020 upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
70 YA Bill Number HB-11
PURPOSE: To decrease the amount of carbon dioxide being released by companies in Georgia by adding a “carbon tax” to Georgia companies that produce more than 30,000 metric tons of carbon emissions annually.
INTRODUCED BY: Keller Zamudio Morgan County High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Carbon emissions shall be defined as emissions of carbon dioxide from natural gas or fossil fuels in Georgia.
Section 2: If Georgia companies carbon emissions reach 30,000 metric tons or higher in one year, the private corporation will be taxed 4.00 dollars per metric ton of carbon emission, as well as the 30,000 already emitted.
Section 3: Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) will enforce and monitor carbon emissions released by private corporations, as well as collect money from taxes.
Section 4: Money from carbon taxes would be used to fund renewable energy research, which will be distributed between colleges for research.
Section 5: Violation of the act will be punishable by a 300,000 dollar fine to the company in violation.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities
Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
71 YA Bill Number HB-12
PURPOSE: To ensure motor vehicles complete state mandated road safety inspections test.
INTRODUCED BY: Rokita Spencer Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: A state mandated inspections test shall be defined, for the purpose of this Act, as a test to inspect motor vehicles on highways to ensure that it confirms to the regulations governing safety and/ or emissions.
Section 2: Mandated shall be defined, to assign/give something or someone an authority to act in a certain way. In other words, this inspection can be assigned or given to anyone who possibly consumes the requirements of taking this test.
Section 3: A motor vehicle shall be defined as a self propelled vehicle that does not operate on rails, and is used for transportation for people or cargo.
Section 4: This bill is created to help drivers be more aware of the safety that should be placed among other drivers, by them following the regulations and procedures given to them.
Section 5: This bill acknowledges and helps lessen use of fine payments for invalid inspection stickers, given among drivers.
Section 6: This bill is to become mandatory and included in all counties, for the consideration of people’s safety and well being throughout the highways.
Section 7: This law will be enforced by the Local law, which is the law that operates over the particular locality. This enforcement helps give our local communities a more awareness of the bill.
Section 8: If this law is not took in consideration by he/she, and has multiple counts of not following regulations (including expired stickers for less than 60 days), he or she will be fined large fees ($50 to $100) or restricted licenses for 20 days will be hand.
Section 9: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 10: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
72 YA Bill Number HB-13
PURPOSE: To protect Georgia students and educators by arming teachers with firearms
INTRODUCED BY: Trent Forster Social Circle High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Firearms- Shall be defined as any weapon that can be concealed carried, such as a hand- gun.
Section 2: Teachers will be allowed to conceal carry a firearm for the purpose of of emergency use only and to protect students.
Section 3: Educators allowed to carry a firearm will be chosen at the discretion of the school system and evaluated by the state.
Section 4: Teachers must work for a minimum of two years, within that school system, before they are chosen to handle a firearm.
Section 5: Teachers chosen to conceal carry must attend gun safety training, spanning three months, and be subject to state mental health evaluations annually.
Section 6: Every firearm carried by at teacher must have a trigger lock attached to their weapon
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
73 YA Bill Number HB-14
PURPOSE: To allow local municipalities to regulate the use of fireworks in their community.
INTRODUCED BY: Harrison Caswell Cartersville High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Fireworks shall be defined as consumer fireworks, which are to be used by the consumer. Examples include fountains, cones, and firecrackers.
Section 2: For the purpose of this act, any municipality would be defined as any Georgia county or any incorporated city government.
Section 3: While the sale of fireworks in Georgia is still legal, local city or county governments may issue ordinances to control the use of fireworks in their community.
Section 4: Violation of the city or county ordinances would result in a fine. The first offense would result in a fine of $100. The second offense would result in a fine of $250. The third offense would result in a fine of $500.
Section 5: Proceeds from the fines shall benefit the Georgia Trauma Care Network Commission, and the Georgia Firefighters Standards and Training Council.
Section 6: This bill shall go into effect on the 1st of May 2020.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
74 YA Bill Number HB-15
PURPOSE: To make the rescue of a vulnerable person and/or domesticated animal from a motor vehicle legal in the State of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Igor Rodrigues Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME: Section 1: “Domestic animal” is defined as a dog, cat, or other animal that is domesticated and may be kept legally as a household pet. The term does not include livestock or other farm animals.
Section 2: A person who enters a motor vehicle, by force or otherwise, for the purpose of removing a vulnerable person or domestic animal is immune from civil liability for damage to the motor vehicle if the person abides by the rules described in sections 3-7.
Section 3: Determines the motor vehicle is locked or there is otherwise no reasonable method for the vulnerable person or domestic animal to exit the motor vehicle without assistance.
Section 4: Has a good faith and reasonable belief, based upon the known circumstances, that entry into the motor vehicle is necessary because the vulnerable person or domestic animal is in imminent danger of suffering or death.
Section 5: Ensures that law enforcement is notified before entering the motor vehicle or immediately thereafter.
Section 6: Uses no more force to enter the motor vehicle and remove the vulnerable person or domestic animal than is necessary.
Section 7: Remains with the vulnerable person or domestic animal in a safe location, in close proximity to the motor vehicle, until law enforcement or other first responders arrive.
Section 8: If the rules in sections 3-7 are abided by, the rescuer shall not be fined or charged for any vehicular damages. Any damages are to be paid for by the offender.
Section 9: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 10: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
75 YA Bill Number HB-16
PURPOSE: To increase funding for research on cancer.
INTRODUCED BY: Grant Folsom Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Cancer shall be defined as a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in any part of the human body.
Section 2: Funds shall be generated through a 3% tax on all nicotine products (tobacco, vape, e-cigs, etc.).
Section 3: Funds shall be collected by the Georgia Department of Revenue as part of their month- ly collection cycle of retailers.
Section 4: Funds collected shall be distributed to cancer research agencies through the Georgia Department of Public Health on a merit-based application process.
Section 5: This act shall take effect on January 1, 2020.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
76 YA Bill Number HB-17
PURPOSE: To decrease the amount of single use plastics used in businesses by banning busi- nesses from using single use plastic carryout bags. Instead reusable bags will be encouraged.
INTRODUCED BY: Patrick Zitz Strong Rock Christian School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME: Section 1: A. A "single use plastic carryout bag" is defined as a plastic bag provided at the cash register, point of sale, or other point of departure with the purpose of transporting produce, meat, bulk food or prescription medication dispensed from a pharmacy. B. A "reusable bag" is defined as cloth, hard plastic bag, or made from other material suitable for reuse that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple use.
Section 2: No establishment serving food or selling perishable or non perishable goods shall provide a single-use plastic carryout bag to a customer at the point of sale for the purpose of transporting goods or food outside of the establishment.
Section 3: For the first violation a state official shall issue a written warning to the business specify- ing that a violation has occurred, further notifying the business of penalties to be assessed in the event of future violations. The establishment will have 30 days to comply.
Section 4: For subsequent violations of this chapter the following penalties will apply: a. A fine not exceeding $100.00 for the first violation after the first warning. b. A fine not exceeding $500.00 for the second violation after the first warning. c. If the establishment refuses to comply the establishment may have their business license revoked.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed. Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
77 YA Bill Number HB-18
PURPOSE: All vehicles should be emissions certified by the United States Environmental Protection Agency .
INTRODUCED BY: Jaylyne Harris Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: A vehicle is defined as any machine which someone travels or something is carried or conveyed.
Section 2: A certification is defined as officially recognized as possessing certain qualifications or meeting certain requirements.
Section 3: The Environmental Protection Agency is an agency which protects human and environmental health, also responsible for creating standards and laws promoting health and environmental issues.
Section 4: The criteria needed is to meet is to have a low emission vehicle. The ideal gas to air ratio is 1 kg of gas and 14 kg of air.
Section 5: The State of Georgia is to comply with the standards provide companies that will oversee this process, and to ensure that every vehicle is certified by the EPA.
Section 6: If the vehicle standards are not met you will get a warning for the first time, but you need to meet the criteria.
Section 7: Upon not abiding by the law for the second time your car will be towed and taken until the individual gets an appointment with their local installer.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House ______Senate ______
Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
78 YA Bill Number HB-19
PURPOSE: To promote students ability to pursue other electives or classes by not taking physical education.
INTRODUCED BY: Ian Garrett Morgan County High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this bill a sport shall be defined as a physical activity one competes in. This includes varsity, junior varsity, and school sports clubs that compete that GHSA sanctioned.
Section 2: The Student will get a physical education credit if they play a sport for two seasons or more.
Section 3: This is a requirement by the state. No local government shall decide if their students can bypass the Physical Education Credit.
Section 4: Sport practices must be twice a week and an hour and a half at the least until the GHSA season is over.
Section 5: If a student doesn't participate in a sport for two seasons they shall have a delayed graduation until they complete the course.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth
Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
79 YA Bill Number HB-20
PURPOSE: To make the purchase of lottery tickets, tobacco, and alcohol illegal to people receiving any type of financial aid from the state government without proof of employment.
INTRODUCED BY: Jamarion Hobbs Metter High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Financial services is to be considered any type of welfare or aid from the state government.
Section 2: All persons receiving financial aid within the State of Georgia are hereby required to show proof of employment upon purchase of these items.
Section 3: Proof of employment can be defined as any recent check stub from a job or an affidavit from the employer stating that you work there.
Section 4: The enforcement of this law will be left to the discretion of each store worker at any place where you are able to purchase these items.
Section 5: Any person found violating this law will be stripped of their financial aid and have an appointed court date with their town or county’s probate court judge.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs
Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
80 YA Bill Number HB-21
PURPOSE: To provide women in federal prisons to be provided feminine hygiene products.
INTRODUCED BY: Mary Adams St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Feminine hygiene products will be defined as pads and tampons used to prevent leakage of fluids during a woman's menstrual cycle. Federal prison will be defined as.
Section 2: All women in federal prisons in the State of Georgia are required to receive feminine hygiene products at their own request. Prisons must provide the women with free pads and tampons.
Section 3: Prisons that fail to meet the number of feminine products needed for each female inmate will receive a fine of $50.00 per inmate that is not provided with the correct number of feminine hygiene products.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
81 YA Bill Number HB-22
PURPOSE: To charge a certain amount of money for disposable plastic bags to reduce the use of one-use plastic items.
INTRODUCED BY: Emily Wilson St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this Act, a disposable plastic bag is a bag made out of plastic, meant to be used only once, then thrown away.
Section 2: All money made will be split evenly between the store and the Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Division.
Section 3: Retail stores selling disposable plastic bags will charge an amount between 5 and 15 cents to customers wishing to use such a bag.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
82 YA Bill Number HB-23
PURPOSE: To focus on the reduction of industrial based pollution.
INTRODUCED BY: Alex Ayala Cook high school
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME: Section 1: The purpose is to tax on polluting industries and to reduce or get rid of air, water and land pollution. To preserve wildlife and conserve our resources. Based on how much the industries polluted the environment. It’s also to sustain our environment.
Section 2: The industries will be monitored by the Georgia Department of Economic Development. they will be taxed based on how much the industry has polluted the environment.
Section 3: The Georgia Department of Economic Development will examine each state’s industries and monitor their usage of pollutants. If the industry has not been polluting, the industry will not be taxed.
Section 4: Based on what type of pollutants the industry has been using, The tax will also increase, considering how deadly the pollutant is to the environment.
Section 5: The State of Georgia, through this department will enforce the bill.
Section 6: Not only would the industry be taxed, the state would also be taxed. This is considered as a fair tax.
Section 7: Industries will have the option to add regulations to decrease or to get rid of the use of pollutants.
Section 8: If the industry’s pollution increases then the tax will also increase. Along with a big fine as a punishment.
Section 9: The Governor will be held accountable for the industry’s pollution. As well as paying some of the taxes or fines if the industry can’t afford it. If the environment changes negatively, the industry and the Governor will have to shut down factories, slow down production, add strict regulations etc.
Section 9: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 10: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed. Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
83 YA Bill Number HB-24
PURPOSE: To create government incentives for the purchase of plug in electric cars and hybrid cars.
INTRODUCED BY: Henry Smith Cartersville High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: AEVs (all-electric vehicles) are powered by one or more electric motors. ... PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles) use batteries to power an electric motor, plug into the electric grid to charge, and use a petroleum-based or alternative fuel to power the internal combustion engine.
Section 2: Incentive - a thing that motivates or encourages one to do something.
Section 3: An incentive for owning/using hybrid car would be having free city parking. Another one is having free charging stations around public buildings such as the park or courthouse.
Section 4: The punishment for using a charging station or parking for free when you do not own/use an electric car would be a $100-300 fine.
Section 5: This act will go into effect on January 1st 2020.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation
Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
84 RECORD OF ACTION ON SENATE BILLS
Bill Commi ee Senate Ac on House Ac on Governor’s Number Ac on # For # Against # For # Against Ac on
SB 1 SB 2 SB 3 SB 4 SB 5 SB 6 SB 7 SB 8 SB 9 SB 10 SB 11 SB 12 SB 13 SB 14 SB 15 SB 16 SB 17 SB 18 SB 19 SB 20 SB 21 SB 22 SB 23 SB 24
Miscellaneous Notes or Schedule Changes: ______
85 YA Bill Number SB-1
PURPOSE: To increase safety in schools and reduce unnecessary costs by raising the amount of lockdown drills required by Georgia schools and reducing the number of fire drills required by Georgia schools.
INTRODUCED BY: David Rice Morgan County High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this act, lockdown drills shall be defined as a simulation of the proper procedures for what to do in the event of an unauthorized or dangerous intruder in a school. Fire drills shall be defined as a simulation of the proper procedures for what to do in the event of a fire starting or spreading in a school.
Section 2: Whereas Georgia schools are required to conduct monthly fire drills and must conduct a fire drill within the first ten days; whereas the frequency and danger of school fires has lessened significantly in the past few years;
Section 3: whereas Georgia schools are required to conduct only two lockdown drills per year; whereas the danger of school intruders has become more prevalent than the danger of school fires; this bill shall be passed.
Section 4: Upon the passage of this bill, Georgia schools will no longer be required to hold monthly fire drills or hold a fire drill within the first ten days of school. Fire drills will instead be required every other month.
Section 5: In addition, Georgia schools shall be required to conduct lockdown drills every other month as opposed to only twice a year.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
86 YA Bill Number SB-2
PURPOSE: A bill to regulate data use in elections by social media platforms in order to ensure voter choice and voter security in the Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Sonia Doshi Woodland High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this act, social media platforms are defined as any platform which can acquire data from users about the individual’s political affiliations and can sell that data to third-parties for targeted-marketing practices; voter choice is defined as a voter’s ability to ensure they are aware if, when, and how data will be collected and used; voter security is defined as making sure that a voter is always able to gain specific knowledge over what data was collected and how it was use.
Section 2: Aware that in the 2016 national election, the social media platform, Facebook, in conjunction with the third-party company, Cambridge Analytica, conducted a targeted marketing scheme in order to sway voter through improper use of their data as collected by Facebook.
Section 3: Keeping in mind that neither the social media platform nor the third-party company informed the voters of when and how their data was being used hence giving the voter no choice.
Section 4: This act will put in place in place regulations so that every action by the user which can be used to collect significant data about the user such as the personality tests that Cambridge Analytica used to create significant profiles must clearly have audio and written warning before beginning in order to ensure voter choice as well as a secondary approval at the end of the action that also in- forms the user of what data was collected
Section 5: The consent of data usage is only valid for each individual that directly consents, it will become illegal to use a single individual’s consent in order to gain access to the data of those within their social media platform network.
Section 6: The act also requires that every advertisement that uses data from social media in order to influence political decision such as votes must be clearly marked as targeted.
Section 7: The social media platforms and third party companies must always allow the user to have access to their own data and records of how the data was used in order to ensure voter security.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
87 YA Bill Number SB-3
PURPOSE: To insure the healthcare of transgender, transsexual, nonbinary, and/or genderqueer (etc.) individuals are being met. This Act will mandate insurance companies to cover transition-related costs in Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Emma Killough Islands High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: A transgender person (also called transsexual or trans) is someone whose gender does not match their sex--which is the body someone is born in. Nonbinary and genderqueer people may or may not identify with the term ‘transgender,’ and some do not ever transition. These individuals may have gender dysphoria--which is a diagnosis. Although, there are some trans people who do not.
Section 2: Transitioning is a process that requires social, medical, and psychological changes of a person’s body, mind, and life. This Act will cover the medical and psychological components of a standard transition as the social portion, if violated, can be recognized as discrimination. Most transgender individuals require a transition to survive, as this situation causes extreme mental and physical issues on a person who experiences it.
Section 3: When someone is transitioning, they are often required to see a therapist. Transition procedures may require medication, surgery, or other operations. Recommended therapists are counseling therapists, clinical therapists, and/or gender therapists. This Act will cover all of this treatment because an insurance company must cover the costs of transition-related procedures, operations, therapy of any type, and medication of an individual who requires (or requests) treatment.
Section 4: If an insurance company denies the acceptance of the necessary treatment included in the transition of an individual, it will be titled as discrimination. If discrimination is reported to legal authorities, the insurance company can be sued with the right to damages.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
88 YA Bill Number SB-4
PURPOSE: To establish a fair, consistent, way of determining the amount of child support paid that will favor the child, or children rather than favoring the parent.
INTRODUCED BY: Ralph Carlyle Metter High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Fair shall be defined as, for the purpose of this act, without bias.
Section 2: Consistent shall be defined as for the purpose of this act, being done in the same way over time successfully.
Section 3: Child shall be defined as for the purpose of this act, anyone persons under the age of 18.
Section 4: The parent who is receiving child support shall turn in a receipt of every purchase made with the child support money at the end of each month.
Section 5: If the parent that has received custody of the child spends child support money on themselves, their child support shall be lessened by 5%, being lessened by 5% every time they are found spending child support money on themselves.
Section 6: Six months after the last time they are caught spending child support money on themselves they shall gain 5% percent of the child support back.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
89 YA Bill Number SB-5
PURPOSE: Promote the establishment of clean, alternate energy generators in the interest of eliminating the need for offshore oil drilling off the coast of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Bridget McCarthy St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this act, pollutant energy sources will consist of offshore oil rigs, and proposed clean energy generators will consist of wave energy harvesters.
Section 2: All offshore seismic blasting in the interest of finding new oil drilling spots is hereby banned. This includes offshore oil drilling and the building of new oil rigs which is to be halted and/or canceled with the passing of this act.
Section 3: With the passing of this act, the Georgia government will invest in the research of clean energy renewal, in the form of proposed wave energy generators consisting of underwater turbines in which trial runs have proven can create, then harvest power from wave motion and tidal energy.
Section 4: Upon the passing of this act, the use of pollutant energy sources and instigations of new pollutant energy sources shall be fined and/or arrested under criminal charges.
Section 5: Upon the passing of this act, state funds will be allocated for grants and/or research scholarships to be established for the purpose of promoting further research and development into clean energy sources, such as wave energy generation.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed. Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
90 YA Bill Number SB-6
PURPOSE: To eradicate Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) in cattle through mandatory state testing at sale barns.
INTRODUCED BY: Will Simmons Cartersville High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this Act, a sale barn shall be defined as a space where livestock are bought and sold.
Section 2: Cattle brought to be sale barns must be tested for Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD), a disease that affects cattle herds through as little as a single carrier.
Section 3: All cattle that come into a sale barn shall be tested using shoot-side tests. This includes cattle that originate in-state and out-of-state.
Section 4: If a cow tests positive, the cow shall be sold to kill.
Section 5: The name of a cattle owner having one or more cattle that tested positive shall be added to a statewide list preventing him from bringing cattle to a sale barn until he provides the state with a veterinarian's signature that all his cattle have been tested.
Section 6: This Act shall be enforced by the state inspectors already required to be present at sale barns.
Section 7: This Act shall be paid by seller as a BVD test fee/vet fee.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
91 YA Bill Number SB-7
PURPOSE: To protect Georgia’s children from disease by removing the exemption for conscientiously held beliefs from school immunization requirements.
INTRODUCED BY: Madison Chambers Social Circle High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Immunization shall be defined as vaccinations in the form of a shot given to protect from the following diseases: measles, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, rubella, mumps, poliomyelitis, and rotavirus.
Section 2: A conscientiously held belief shall be defined as any beliefs related to religion or moral obligation.
Section 3: Subsections (a1) and (c3) of rule 511-2-2-.07 of the Georgia Department of Health regulations are repealed.
Section 4: Any child who fails to provide certification or some other acceptable evidence that they have received their grade-level vaccination (within fourteen days of the beginning of the academic year) will be denied entry into their school and/or class.
Section 5: Parents of children who fail to provide certification or some other acceptable evidence that their child has received their grade-level vaccination (within fourteen days of the beginning of the academic year) will be fined $350 for every fourteen day period that evidence is not provided.
Section 6: The fourteen day period above may be extended to no more than thirty days by a principal, teacher, or other member of the administration for an individual student in the case that such student is transferring from out-of-state and is showing good effort in getting the necessary certification or other evidence of immunization.
Section 7: Students may only exempt school immunization requirements for medical reasons including, but not limited to, severe allergic reactions to vaccine components, immunodeficiency, and cancer.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
92 YA Bill Number SB-8
PURPOSE: To establish consecutive term limits for members of the Georgia General Assembly.
INTRODUCED BY: Juliana Hartley Cartersville High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this Act, a term limit shall be defined as a limit on the number of terms an official may serve.
Section 2: For the purpose of this Act, a term shall be defined as a full two years for both the House and Senate. This does not include a partial term, where a vacancy due to a former elected member’s permanent absence is filled.
Section 3: In both the Georgia State House of Representatives and State Senate, a term limit of six terms will be established. This term limit gives the elected members a maximum of twelve years to serve in the House or Senate.
Section 4: For the purpose of this Act, a consecutive term limit is defined as a limit in which an officeholder can complete the term limit in one house and serve another term limit in the other.
Section 5: The term limits established in the Georgia State General Assembly will be consecutive terms, meaning that if an elected member chooses to serve in both houses, he/she can serve for a total of twenty-four years in the General Assembly.
Section 6: After completing both term limits, a former member of the Georgia State General Assembly shall remain eligible to run for local government positions, higher-level state positions, or federal government positions.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect after the swearing in of the 2021 Georgia General Assembly.
Section 8: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
93 YA Bill Number SB-9
PURPOSE: To ensure males' autonomy over their own bodies by banning childhood circumcision.
INTRODUCED BY: Emeka Obiorah Strong Rock Christian School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Circumcision as defined, for the purpose of this act, as the complete or partial removal of the male foreskin.
Section 2: No child shall have their foreskins removed without their consent. For the sake of this Act the consenting age has been deemed to be 13 years old.
Section 3: Exemptions shall be made for religious purposes and medical emergencies.
Section 4: Violation of this Act shall be punishable as a felony. Any person found performing the procedure will be met with a fine of up too $250,000.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services
Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
94 YA Bill Number SB-10
PURPOSE: To enact a law which removes the state sales tax on all menstrual products in the state of Georgia.
INTRODUCED BY: Jenny Crum Cartersville High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Menstrual products include pads, tampons, menstrual cups, and/or any other product that assists in menstrual hygiene.
Section 2: Women spend roughly $300 per year on menorrheal hygiene and menstruate for about 30 years, thus costing them over $9000 worth of feminine products in their whole lifetime.
Section 3: With the passage of this act, there shall be a 6% state excise tax on E-cigarettes/vaping products.
Section 4: Excise taxes are defined as taxes that are paid when purchases are made on specific goods. The excise tax constituted in this act would be regulated by the state of Georgia, not jurisdictions.
Section 5: E-cigarettes and vaping products include any product that is able to convert nicotine via a solution (whether electrically, chemically, or mechanically) into a vapor that can be inhaled or ingested in any way.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance
Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
95 YA Bill Number SB-11
PURPOSE: To decrease water pollution during stormwater surges, Georgia should completely elimi- nate the Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) system in their wastewater management programs.
INTRODUCED BY: Walker Lee Radford Rabun County High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purposes of this Act, A Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) system is defined as the EPA defines it. CSOs are sewer systems “designed to collect rainwater runoff, domestic sewage, and industrial wastewater in the same pipe.”
Section 2: Part of the Department of Watershed Management proposed budget would be placed into the removal of this system that has been proven to cause hazardous amounts of biological and chemi- cal pollution. Although the department may be unable to accrue such funds in one year, the project should have $1,000,000 US dollars saved per year towards a project as such. This bill is designed to expedite such transition from the CSO system to a system that separates stormwater and sewer.
Section 3: Punishment of not following said guidelines would be a fine of $2,500,000 US dollars to the Department of Watershed Management.
Section 4: This Act is created to expedite CSO systems being removed. It can be considered to be what is called an unfunded mandate.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities
Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
96 YA Bill Number SB-12
PURPOSE: Call for the enactment of a test that must be given to drivers every decade after obtaining a class C license.
INTRODUCED BY: Ryan Meyer Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: The definition of test should be measures to check the quality, performance, or reliability of something.
Section 2: The test should have a optional written test ( consisting of new laws ) and a mandatory driving test.
Section 3: This law would be helpful for drivers to stay safe and for the state to feel safe about putting good drivers on the road.
Section 4: Drivers would become aware of the many possible fines associated with new laws they could possibly be involved in from the optional written portion.
Section 5: New driving laws are common and it is very easy to become lost in the many laws that exist.
Section 6: The act should take effect 6 months after a test has been created.
Section 7: The written portion is optional after the age of 21 but should always be considered.
Section 8: The driving test would be free, however the written portion would cost $25 paid to the state and is only required once.
Section 9: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 10: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
97 YA Bill Number SB-13
PURPOSE: Required to have a prayer or a moment of silence at public school related sporting events.
INTRODUCED BY: Happy Patel Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Prayer can be defined as a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or an object of worship.
Section 2: Moment of silence can be defined as is the expression for a period of silent contemplation, prayer, reflection, or meditation.
Section 3: Public school can be defined as a school supported by public funds.
Section 4: Each school will be fined $150 for the first offense and add $150 for each offense after that.
Section 5: This act will take effect on July 1, 2020.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
98 YA Bill Number SB-14
PURPOSE: To protect Georgia workers from wrongful termination by allowing unions and forcing employers to give reason for termination, in addition to the existing federal regulations, state regulations, and corporate policies.
INTRODUCED BY: Kevin McCabe Northwest Family YMCA
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this act, fired for cause will be defined as an employee of a company being fired for any reason that does not include sexuality, religion, marital status, maternity or paternity, union affiliation, race, illness or any other legally protected status.
Section 2: A Georgia employee, for the purpose of this act, will be defined as someone who receives money from a person or corporation for services in a written contractual manner.
Section 3: For the purpose of this act, a Georgia employer is any individual or corporation that employs Georgia employees.
Section 4: Every employer in the state of Georgia shall not fire any individual or group without cause.
Section 5: All employers in the state of Georgia must provide employees a signed notice of firing, including the cause for firing.
Section 6: Any Georgia employer found in violation of this law must pay the former employee all missed wages, and must either return the employee their job or pay the employee 4 weeks worth of pay so that they can search for a new place of employment.
Section 7: The last sentence of GA Stat. Sec. 34-7-1 shall be replaced with: “An indefinite hiring may be terminated by the employee at any time and the employer at any time if a legal cause for termination is provided.”
Section 8: This bill shall take effect upon July first, 2020.
Section 9: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 10: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
99 YA Bill Number SB-15
PURPOSE: To modify some of the requirements in order for women to have access to tubal ligations.
INTRODUCED BY: Malena Le Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Tubal ligations shall be defined as, “ligation of the Fallopian tubes that by preventing passage of ova from the ovaries to the uterus serves as a method of female sterilization.”
Section 2: One modification would be that a woman should not be refused if this procedure strictly based in the fact that she has not had children.
Section 3: It is already found that requiring spousal consent for the female to get a tubal ligation as unconstitutional. Therefore any doctor representing a hospital requires spousal consent, or refuses to operate without it then that doctor and/or the hospital can and will be fined 4,000 dollars.
Section 4: If a woman is 21, mentally competent, and willingly consents to a tubal ligation, then it is that woman’s choice and the doctor should have no reason to deny her of her operation.
Section 5: The only time a doctor/hospital shall deny the woman of her operation is if they see any possible health risks that would occur due to the operation.
Section 6: An insurance company should cover the sterilization fee, even if the reason behind it is solely, “rendering the individual per mantle incapable of reproducing.”
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Health & Human Services Senate – Health & Human Services Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-16
PURPOSE: To provide paid family leave for mothers and fathers to care for their new baby by enacting a law mandating employers to give parents paid time off.
INTRODUCED BY: Celia Hadjin St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Employers must offer paid family leave to new mothers and fathers either through adoption or the mother giving birth.
Section 2: Employers of a company that makes a profit must pay parent ⅔ of their regular salary 160 days. Employers of a non profit must pay parent ⅔ of their regular salary for 140 days.
Section 3: Violation of this bill shall result in a fine of 0.05% of the companies gross revenue.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance
Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-17
PURPOSE: The purpose of this bill is to end the usage of e-cigarettes, vapes, etc.
INTRODUCED BY: Chloe Jackson Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this Act, Electronic Cigarettes (also called: E-Cigarettes) shall be defined as a battery operated device that is typically designed to resemble a traditional cigarette and is used to inhale a usually nicotine-containing vapor. Vaping shall be defined as inhaling vapor through the mouth using a usually battery-operated device that heats up and vaporizes a solid or liquid.
Section 2: According to the Centers for Disease Control, Some e-cigarette labels do not disclose that they contain nicotine, and some e-cigarettes marketed as containing 0% nicotine have been found to contain nicotine.
Section 3: The Centers for Disease Control has received data on substances used in e-cigarettes or vaping products in the 30 days prior to symptom onset among 514 patients. About 77% reported using THC-containing products; 36% reported exclusive use of THC- containing products.
Section 4: The repercussions of an employee that sells a/an e-cigarette or vaping device shall be sentenced to two years of jail time, 48 hours of community service, and up to a $3,000 dollar fine.
Section 5: If the same crime is committed multiple times, the repeated offender shall be charged as a felon and be sentenced with up to six years of prison.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-18
PURPOSE: To increase road safety by enacting a law making it mandatory that all persons operating a bicycle while on public highway in the State of Georgia be made aware of traffic laws and equip said bicycles with license plates and registration.
INTRODUCED BY: Laurel Killough Islands High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: For the purpose of this Act, a bicycle is defined as any two-wheeled, manually operated land vehicle travelling with speeds under 15 miles per hour; public highway is any place where travel is done outside of neighborhoods; Class Q license is the license required to operate a bicycle on public highway, with a five-year expiration date.
Section 2: To be eligible to travel on public highway via bicycle operation, all persons must be able to pass an exam on the traffic laws of Georgia (the written portion of a driver’s test).
Section 3: Once the exam is passed, all persons must register their bicycle at any Georgia Department of Transportation location, where they will be given a Class Q license and bicycle-specific license plate.
Section 4: The bicycle-specific license plate is to be worn directly under the seat of the vehicle or in the center of the handlebars. The location will vary depending on whether or not maneuverability is affected or traffic laws may not be adhered to.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon the signature of Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-19
PURPOSE: To take preventive measures against future head injuries and brain trauma for high school athletes.
INTRODUCED BY: Anna Grace Summerlin St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Preventative measures should be defined as, for the purpose of this act, certi- fied soft or padded headgear that helps prevent head trauma. Head injuries and trauma should be defined as, for the purpose of this act, a concussion, which is manifested from a violent blow or trauma to the head.
Section 2: All high school athletes who have had a concussion of any grade must wear certified preventative gear during their participation in any sport.
Section 3: Violation of this act could result in loss of ability to participate in any high school sport as well as a fine imposed on participating organizations.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Education & Youth Senate – Education & Youth Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-20
PURPOSE: To formally establish a holiday recognizing indigenous Native Americans.
INTRODUCED BY: Chance Hinson Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: To legally require the celebration of the indigenous Native Americans, that currently live and those of the past on these lands now owned by the citizens of the U.S. , due-fully with respect in its own holiday, celebrated annually on the fourth Friday of September.
Section 2: Schools, along with other government facilities (with the exception of emergency services), shall be closed; any on-campus work shall cease for this day in celebration of the Native American culture, and lives lost.
Section 3: Similar legislation stands in the states of California and Nevada on this same day, and shall be followed in the State of Georgia, with regard to new additional requirements.
Section 4: School or government funded events for celebration are allowed on this day, if those events should raise awareness, or show respect to the Native culture (festivals, parades, etc.).
Section 5: On this day, any Native American reservations or designated Native lands shall be unavailable to those people not of Native American heritage or descent.
Section 6: All government facilities on which a flag pole is located within its premises, must lower U.S. and state flags to half-mast position, as a tribute to those of the Native Americans who lost lives, families, and land at the hands of our government’s predecessors.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 9: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Senate – Judiciary & Governmental Affairs Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
105 YA Bill Number SB-21
PURPOSE: To treat patients with illnesses impacted by chronic pain by expanding the conditions of Haleigh’s Hope Act, SB 16, and HB 65.
INTRODUCED BY: Maeve Mobley St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: The definition of chronic pain, for the purpose of this article, is pain occurring supplementary to the patient's condition, yet growing independent of it, and is long-lasting, occurring for at least six months. Low-THC Cannabis oil is defined as, for the purpose of this article, Cannabis oil containing 5% or less THC.
Section 2: With the passage of this bill, every patient diagnosed with chronic pain associated with another illness shall be eligible to be prescribed low-THC medical marijuana for the treatment of chronic pain.
Section 3: The illnesses associated with chronic pain include, but are not limited to, the following: endometriosis, fibromyalgia, gout, generalized anxiety disorder, interstitial cystitis, lupus, and traumatic accidents and brain injuries.
Section 4: With the passing of this bill, all patients receiving the treatment of low-THC medical marijuana for the outlined conditions shall not be punished.
Section 5: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 6: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House—Health & Human Services Senate-Health & Human Services
Action in Committee: House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____ Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-22
PURPOSE: The purpose of this bill is to increase the health of Georgia citizens by developing a tax on soda products.
INTRODUCED BY: Riley Brumbalow Forsyth Central High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: Soda pop is defined as a beverage consisting of soda water, flavoring, and a sweet syrup. Health is define as the condition of being sound in body, mind, and soul.
Section 2: According to Harvard studies, men have a 20% increased risk of heart disease if they drink one soda or sugary drink a day. In addition to, Americans that drink one to two sodas a day have a 26% increased risk of type two diabetes.
Section 3: Diabetes and heart disease are two of many illnesses linked to soda consumption, but an abundance is what is resulting in these diseases.
Section 4: This bill is proposing a tax rather than a ban so that even though these drinks are still available, they are discouraged due to higher prices.
Section 5: A 20% tax will be placed on sales of all soda products. This money will be put toward research of heart disease in Georgia.
Section 6: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 7: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Appropriations & Finance Senate – Appropriations & Finance Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-23
PURPOSE: To decrease the number of deaths by diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations, vaccinations rules and regulations shall be enforced for all children.
INTRODUCED BY: Katie Maguire St. Vincent’s Academy
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: If there is a medical reason, it must be confirmed by a doctor, and verified by the state court system.
Section 2: Medical exemptions are the only valid exemptions. Any special cases will need to be presented to a special court and be verified. Religious or any other reasons will not be considered valid because of the severe risk.
Section 3: Violation of this Act will result in a fine.
Section 4: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 5: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Regulated Industries & Utilities Senate – Regulated Industries & Utilities Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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YA Bill Number SB-24
PURPOSE: To clarify varying speed limits on multi-lane highways.
INTRODUCED BY: Nyasia Ellis Cook High School
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY (YOUTH ASSEMBLY) OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA, AND IT IS HEREBY ENACTED BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME:
Section 1: To have the lane furthest to the right with a speed limit set at 70 mph for slower drivers and truck drivers.
Section 2: To have the middle lane not a passing lane and have its speed limit at 80 mph for an average pace.
Section 3: To have the lane furthest to the left with a speed limit of 90 mph for longer distance drivers.
Section 4: These speed limits reduce accidents with the slower pace of the rightmost lane that is used to exit the highway.
Section 5: Help in the improvement with drivers being more comfortable driving on a highway so drivers are not pressured to go faster or slower than what they are comfortable with.
Section 6: Cars are upgrading and getting faster so having different speed limits would continue with the evolving of cars.
Section 7: This Act shall take effect upon signature of the Youth Governor.
Section 8: All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are hereby repealed.
Assigned to the Committee on: House – Natural Resources & Transportation Senate – Natural Resources & Transportation Action in Committee:
House: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
Senate: Do Pass ____ Pass as Amended _____ Do Not Pass _____
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0.6 -mile walk, 0.7-mile drive from Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel to Emory University Hospital Midtown
DRIVING STEP BY STEP ADVISORS: DIRECTIONS TO THE HOSPITAL: If you need to leave the conference, at any time, -Head north on Ted Turner Drive NW please notify: toward Andrew Young Blvd NW– STATE YMCA OF GEORGIA 0.6 miles PROFESSIONAL STAFF If there is a medical situa- -Slight left onto W Peachtree St NW - tion, we will need to fill 154 ft out an incident report as -Hospital will be on the right. well. Thanks – Y Staff
Hospital Address: 550 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 110 GEORGIA STATE CAPITOL MAP
111 CONFERENCE HOTEL MAP (WESTIN PEACHTREE PLAZA)
6th Floor—Chastain Level
7th Floor—Augusta Level
8th Floor—Peachtree Level
112 CONFERENCE HOTEL MAP (WESTIN PEACHTREE PLAZA)
9th Floor—Savannah Level
10th Floor—Savannah Level
14th Floor-Ansley Level
113 MARTA TRIP INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CAPITOL
We will enter the Peachtree Center MARTA sta on. Please have groups spread across the pla orm in order to get as many students on as possible. We will travel either the Gold or Red line (the train which arrives first) southbound one sta on. We will all exit Five Points which is the underground and then take the Blue or Green Line Eastbound, one stop to Georgia State. The trip back to the hotel will be the reverse trip. In the event of confusion, please contact 404‐644‐0382. Thanks.
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