Georgia HR1728: Haven House; critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing Haven House for its critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing Haven House for its critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, access to safe housing, nutritious food, prenatal care, and a stable, supportive environment are widely recognized by public health experts as essential factors for healthy pregnancy outcomes and maternal survival; and WHEREAS, extensive research demonstrates that housing instability during pregnancy is associated with significantly higher rates of preterm birth, low birth weight, neonatal intensive care unit admission, and delivery complications; and WHEREAS, access to healthy food and basic necessities during pregnancy is a critical determinant of maternal and infant health, and federal nutrition programs such as the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) play an important role in reducing food insecurity and improving health outcomes for mothers and infants; and H. R. 1728 LC 129 1400 WHEREAS, access to health coverage through Georgia Medicaid ensures pregnant women receive essential prenatal care, screenings, and treatment that can prevent complications and support healthy births; and WHEREAS, Haven House, a maternity supportive housing residence serving women across Georgia, works directly with residents to ensure they receive critical public benefits, with 100 percent of both current and former residents successfully enrolled in Family Medicaid, WIC, and SNAP, and …

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Sponsors

• Cannon, Park (D, 58) · primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, 141)
• Chuck Efstration (R, 104)
• Sandy Donatucci (R, 105)
• Samuel Park (D, 107)
• Sharon Cooper (R, 45)

Latest actions

1. March 16, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 16, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 16, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1728?

HR1728 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Haven House; critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; recognize.

What does HR1728 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing Haven House for its critical service to pregnant women and young mothers in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1728?

Passed both chambers as of March 16, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 16, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1728?

Cannon, Park (D, 58), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1728?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74145