Under the Gold Dome

Legislative Updates

A full accounting of Beth's work in the Georgia General Assembly — the bills she has sponsored, the fights she has led, and the results she has delivered for House District 135.

Year in Review

Session Highlights

2026 Session

  • Secured $2.4 million in rural broadband funding for House District 135
  • Passed parental rights legislation protecting families in Georgia schools
  • Fought to keep taxes low for working families and small business owners
  • Hosted three town halls across Lamar, Pike, and Spalding counties

2025 Session

  • Passed the Agricultural Water Rights Protection Act to defend Georgia farmers
  • Championed law enforcement funding to keep our communities safe
  • Supported the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Georgians
  • Voted against every tax increase proposed during the session
Legislation

Bills Sponsored & Supported

HB 1142
Passed

Rural Broadband Expansion Act

— 2026 Session

Expands high-speed internet infrastructure to underserved rural communities in Lamar, Pike, and Spalding counties, enabling remote work, telehealth, and educational opportunities.

HB 987
Passed

Parental Rights in Education Act

— 2026 Session

Strengthens parental notification requirements and gives parents greater transparency and input into curriculum decisions in Georgia public schools.

HB 1055
In Committee

Small Business Tax Relief Act

— 2026 Session

Reduces the state income tax burden on small businesses with fewer than 50 employees, freeing up capital for hiring and local investment.

HB 903
Passed

Agricultural Water Rights Protection Act

— 2025 Session

Protects Georgia farmers from regulatory overreach on water usage, ensuring agricultural operations can continue without burdensome state interference.

HB 844
Passed

Law Enforcement Funding Guarantee Act

— 2025 Session

Prohibits local governments from defunding or reducing law enforcement budgets below current levels without a public referendum.

HB 1201
In Committee

Healthcare Choice and Transparency Act

— 2026 Session

Requires hospitals and healthcare providers to publish pricing information and expands access to health savings accounts for Georgia families.

HB 778
Passed

Second Amendment Preservation Act

— 2025 Session

Affirms Georgia's commitment to protecting the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners and prevents state agencies from enforcing unconstitutional federal overreach.

HB 1098
In Committee

Property Tax Relief for Seniors Act

— 2026 Session

Expands the homestead exemption for Georgia seniors on fixed incomes, helping long-time residents stay in their homes.