Georgia HR1531: Representative Mandi L. Ballinger Memorial Interchange; Cherokee County; dedicate

What the bill says

A resolution Honoring the life of the Honorable Mandi Lia Ballinger and dedicating an interchange in her memory; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Honoring the life of the Honorable Mandi Lia Ballinger and dedicating an interchange in her memory; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the Honorable Mandi Lia Ballinger has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and WHEREAS, Representative Ballinger was born on April 14, 1975, and grew up in Forsyth County, Georgia; and WHEREAS, she served as a victim advocate with the district attorney's offices in Cherokee and Forsyth counties before founding and directing the Child Advocacy Center; and WHEREAS, she was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 2012, representing the citizens of the 23rd District and was a tireless advocate for justice, children, and survivors of domestic violence and served as chairperson of the House Judiciary Juvenile Committee; and H. R. 1531 LC 39 5025 WHEREAS, during her tenure with the General Assembly, Representative Ballinger championed legislation to protect domestic violence survivors, combat child abuse, and reform the juvenile justice system; and WHEREAS, Representative Ballinger was a staunch advocate for the Second Amendment, which was recognized with commendations, including the prestigious Defender of Freedom Award from the National Rifle Association and Legislator of the Year from Georgia Carry; and WHEREAS, it …

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Sponsors

• Fincher, Bill (R, 23) · primary sponsor
• Rick Jasperse (R, 11)
• Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)
• Ridley, Jordan (R, 22)
• Mitchell Scoggins (R, 14)
• Jan Jones (R, 47)

Latest actions

1. March 6, 2026: House Second Readers
2. March 4, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 3, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1531?

HR1531 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Representative Mandi L. Ballinger Memorial Interchange; Cherokee County; dedicate.

What does HR1531 do?

In its own words: A resolution Honoring the life of the Honorable Mandi Lia Ballinger and dedicating an interchange in her memory; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1531?

In committee as of March 6, 2026. Latest action: House Second Readers (March 6, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1531?

Fincher, Bill (R, 23), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1531?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73800