Eric Bell
Contact
Email · eric.bell@house.ga.gov
District office
Jonesboro, GA
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70
Bills sponsored
this session · 174 all-time
102
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 102 all-time
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Enacted into law
counting…
3163
Recorded votes
91%
Vote participation
voted in 91% of 3163 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
unknown session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
98.7%
based on 1007 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
1.3%
based on 1007 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
87.9%
based on 1007 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
174 billsCurrent session 70 bills
- HR 2095 Dem Franchize Boyz; significant contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and their role in popularizing snap music; commend Introduced
- HR 2044 "The Atlantan"; a signature cocktail inspired by Atlanta; recognizing the contributions of Keyatta Mincey Parker, Tiffanie Barriere, Thandi Walton, A Sip of Paradise Garden, and Rémy Martin; recognize Introduced
- HR 2042 Townsend and Lockett, LLC; exemplary contributions to business law and economic leadership in the State of Georgia; commend Introduced
- HR 2041 Woodard, Pastor Terry; outstanding service and leadership in Clayton County; commend Introduced
- HR 1989 Healthcare & Emergency Solutions, LLC; outstanding service and impact; commend Introduced
- HR 1987 Morehouse College Honors Program; outstanding academic excellence, leadership development, and service to the community; commend Introduced
- HR 1986 Goodie Mob; outstanding contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness; recognize Introduced
- HR 1984 Laremont, Dr. Benjamin; honoring life, legacy, and service; condolences; Dr. Benjamin Laremont Day; designate October18, 2026 Introduced
- HR 1954 YK Niece; artistic achievements, cultural impact, and community engagement; commend Introduced
- HR 1953 Excellence of Morehouse College Athletics and the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championship teams; commend Introduced
- HR 1927 Sharper, Dexter L.; expressing gratitude for his many years of dedicated service to the citizens of the State of Georgia; recognize Introduced
- HR 1925 DJ Plugg; influential contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and the evolution of modern hip-hop; commend Introduced
- HR 1922 Impact Georgia Day and honoring distinguished Georgians for their contributions to the state and beyond; recognize Introduced
- HR 1797 Grady Memorial Hospital; rename to Grady-Bell Memorial Hospital; urge Introduced
- HR 1778 Raheem, Micaiah; commend Introduced
- HR 1777 OJ da Juiceman; his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop culture and his pioneering role in the development of Southern trap music; commend Introduced
- HR 1760 Trillville; cultural impact and contributions to Georgia's rich hip-hop legacy; commend Introduced
- HR 1731 New Leaders Council; New Leaders Council Atlanta Chapter; commend Introduced
- HR 1717 Clayton County Day; March 26, 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1620 Morehouse Boxing Club; commend Introduced
- HR 1524 General Assembly; reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I substance to a Schedule III substance in accordance with presidential Executive Order 14370; urge Introduced
- HR 1496 Nichols, Robert Elmo, Sr.; honoring the life and legacy; condolences Introduced
- HR 1183 Clayton County Chamber of Commerce; Clayton Chamber Day at the state capitol; February 5, 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1001 State of Georgia; ethical investment of all state funds and public resources; express support Introduced
- HR 962 King B; On Deck Records and The Shop Boyz; 404 Day and the Cultural Legacy of Bankhead; commend Introduced
Historical 104 bills
- HR 33 Fluellyn, Marci; outstanding public service; commend Died
- HR 14 Smith-Dixon, Ms. Lois; commend Died
- HR 1321 Dunaway, Jan; receiving the 2024 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leader Award; commend Died
- HB 1139 Leave No Child Hungry Act; enact Died
- HB 1391 Community Affairs, Department of; Creating Hope and a New Georgia for Everyone Task Force; establish Died
- HB 1395 State tort claims; remove immunities from certain actions of law enforcement officers Died
- HB 1398 Motor vehicles; transportation referral service providers and ride share network services; provisions Died
- HR 1254 General Assembly; legalization and regulation of marijuana; provide - CA Died
- HR 987 Georgia Arts Day in Georgia; February 5, 2024; recognize Died
- HR 944 Global Minority Entrepreneurs Week; April 1-7, 2024; recognize Died
- HB 1091 Clayton County; compensation of chief magistrate; revise provisions Signed
- HB 1394 Income tax; exempt honorably discharged military veterans Died
- HR 1252 House Study Committee on Reducing Georgia's Dependence on BRICS States; create Died
- HB 1393 Education; minimum salary schedule for Georgia's Pre-K Program lead teachers; provide Died
- HB 1375 Sales and use tax; exempt materials used in construction of capital outlay projects for educational purposes; provisions Died
- HB 1392 Insurance; transportation network companies; coverage; provisions Died
- HB 1390 Crimes and offenses; sale of low THC oils; revise penalties Died
- HB 1396 Education; public schools to implement an English and Spanish dual language immersion program for students in kindergarten through grade five; require Died
- HB 1353 Landlord and tenant; repeal prohibition on local governments regulating amount of rent; provisions Died
- HR 1257 Joint Study Committee on Combating Homelessness Among Veterans; create Died
- HR 1255 House Study Committee on Combating Human Trafficking in Major Transportation Areas; create Died
- HB 1345 Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; minimum number of basic training courses and required content for peace officers; provide Died
- HB 1321 Property; prohibit homeowners' associations from preventing property owners from installing solar energy devices; provisions Died
- HR 1196 Nurses Day at the state capitol; March 7, 2024; recognize Died
- HR 1177 Clayton State University Day at the state capitol; February 20, 2024; recognize Died
Co-sponsored
102 billsCurrent session 102 bills
- HR 2093 Hutchings, Jacob "Jake"; commend Introduced
- HR 2019 King, Damarion; commend Introduced
- HR 2018 Lambry, Christopher, Jr.; commend Introduced
- HR 1905 Morrow Day at the state capitol; March 31, 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1892 Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month; September 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1863 We Are CASA Day at the state capitol; March 26, 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1861 United States Congress; call a convention under Article V of the Constitution of the United States limited to proposing amendments to limit the influence of money in political elections and on government officials Introduced
- HR 1820 Slade, Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Jonah; commend Introduced
- HR 1796 State departments and agencies responsible for the management of public funds; review and divest from investments in Israeli bonds; urge Introduced
- HR 1788 House Study Committee on Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence; create Introduced
- HR 1702 General Assembly; protection of constitutional conscience, rule of law, and lawful exercise of conscientious objection; urge Introduced
- HR 1663 Dr. Anthony Smith Highway; Clayton County; dedicate Introduced
- HR 1639 Darryl Jordan Intersection; Clayton County; dedicate Introduced
- HR 1637 Baldwin, C. Synamon; Phenomenal Woman of Bold Leadership, courage, and unwavering commitment to justice; commend Introduced
- HR 1626 Young Democrats of Georgia Day at the state capitol; March 9, 2026; recognize Introduced
- HR 1623 Sweat; Fire Chief Tim; 37 years of distinguished service to Clayton County and the State of Georgia; recognize Introduced
- HR 1601 Walters, Dr. Jackie; commend Introduced
- HR 1585 Right to register and vote; moral turpitude felony conviction exception; provisions - CA Introduced
- HR 1482 Quiroz, Gabysol; commend Introduced
- HR 1426 Garber, Mickey; commend Introduced
- HR 1423 Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the capitol; 03/18/26; celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; recognize Introduced
- HR 1350 Davis, Kelsie "West Love"; musical achievements and positive representation of Valdosta, Georgia; commend Introduced
- HR 1343 Swipe Out Hunger Day at the capitol; February 11, 2026; commending the work of Swipe out Hunger; recognize Introduced
- HR 1341 F. DuBois Bowman Day; 02/11/26; F. DuBois Bowman; inauguration as the 13th President of Morehouse College; recognize Introduced
- HR 1331 Mayhan, Sam R.; honoring the life and memory; condolences Introduced
Voting record
Historical 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
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HB 279
Insurance; discount for property owners who build a new property that better resists tornado, hurricane, or other catastrophic windstorm events; provide
House Vote #886 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
HB 1019
Revenue and taxation; statewide homestead exemption from certain ad valorem taxes; increase
House Vote #890 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
SB 195
"Freedom to Work Act"; enact
House Vote #885 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
HB 1049
Insurance Business Transfer Act; enact
House Vote #883 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
HR 854
Keith Jackson Memorial Intersection "Whoa Nellie"; Carroll County; dedicate
House Vote #889 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
HB 300
Solar Technology Trust Fund; fund within state treasury; establish
House Vote #884 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
HB 1292
Property; clerks of superior courts obtain photographic identification cards of individuals who present deeds or other instruments for recording; require
House Vote #888 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
SB 37
Sheriffs; qualification requirements for the office of sheriff; revise
House Vote #887 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 29, 2024 |
|
SB 347
Tallapoosa Judicial Circuit; additional judge of the superior courts; provide
House Vote #822 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 926
Second Chance Workforce Act; enact
House Vote #880 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 473
House Study Committee on Safety and Consumer Protection in the Tree Care Industry; create
House Vote #828 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 499
Domestic relations; authorize child support and insurance policies for certain disabled children; provisions
House Vote #864 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 206
Local government; creation of Commercial Property Assessed Conservation, Energy, and Resiliency Development Authorities; provide
House Vote #837 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1432
House Disaster Mitigation and Resilience Study Committee; create
House Vote #854 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 76
State Employees' Health Insurance Plan; state health benefit plans to cover insulin medication at a reduced rate; provide
House Vote #859 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 542
Water Rights; the public trust doctrine; remove references
House Vote #823 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 580
City of Madison; mayor's vote when the city council is electing a mayor pro tempore; revise provisions
House Vote #832 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 584
City of Stockbridge; new homestead exemptions; ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for residents, certain seniors, and residents with septic systems; provide
House Vote #832 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1360
House Study Committee on Alternatives to Opioids for Pain Management; create
House Vote #849 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1229
United States Department of Veterans Affairs; additional resources for elder care, nursing home access, and expanded disabled residential programs; urge; provide
House Vote #851 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 351
"Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024"; enact
House Vote #817 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 916
General appropriations; State Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
House Vote #865 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 157
Professions and Businesses; preclearance process in the licensing of individuals with criminal records who make an application to or are investigated by certain licensing boards and commissions; create
House Vote #875 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 495
Low THC Oil Patient Registry; term of validity of a registration card; provide
House Vote #868 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SR 609
Princess Trahlyta; dedicate a roundabout in her memory
House Vote #826 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 574
Alcovy Judicial Circuit; counties that make up said judicial circuit to provide additional investigators to the district attorney; authorize
House Vote #832 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1554
House Study Committee on Navigable Streams and Related Matters; create
House Vote #857 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1022
Local government; option to offer a state-wide homestead exemption from ad valorem taxes when current year assessed value exceeds the inflation rate; provide - CA
House Vote #833 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1435
Economic Development, Department of; support Vince Dooley Battlefield Preservation Fund; urge
House Vote #855 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1384
House Study Committee on Assessing the Semester and Quarter Systems at USG and TCSG Institutions; create
House Vote #850 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 1504
Griffin-Spalding County Area Regional Airport Authority; create and establish
House Vote #881 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 409
Local government; authorize local authorities to dispose of real property in the same manner as county governing authorities
House Vote #872 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 451
Public officers and employees; supplemental, illness-specific insurance for certain first responders with occupational post-traumatic stress disorder; require provision
House Vote #836 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SR 158
Northwest Georgia Logistics Corridor; designate as an official logistics growth corridor in Georgia
House Vote #827 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 349
Ad Valorem Taxation of Property; setting of millage rates; revise provisions
House Vote #861 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 189
Elections; text portions of ballots shall be counted for vote tabulation and recounts purposes; provide
House Vote #866 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 905
Zoning procedures; provisions authorizing administrative officers to exercise zoning powers; repeal
House Vote #876 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | fail | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 1450
Henry County Airport Authority; provide for ex-officio member
House Vote #881 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SB 479
Secondary Metals Recyclers; applicability of the definition of the term "used, detached catalytic converters" to said article; provide
House Vote #830 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 1303
Special license plates; Shepherd Center; establish
House Vote #835 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SR 189
General Assembly; development impact fees for educational purposes; provide -CA
House Vote #852 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 220
Property; means of enforcement of condominium and property owners' association instruments, rules, and regulations; provide
House Vote #839 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 302
General Assembly; appropriation of funds received from certain legal judgments or settlements; provide - CA
House Vote #863 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 1073
Local government; zoning; repeal additional hearing and notice provisions regarding halfway houses, drug rehabilitation centers, or other facilities for treatment of drug dependency
House Vote #873 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1166
House Study Committee on the Exchange, Storage, and Bond Coverage of Agricultural Products, Grain, and Livestock; create
House Vote #847 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 1207
Elections; proofing of ballots by local superintendents in certain races; provide
House Vote #844 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1042
Joint Study Committee on Judicial System Compensation; create
House Vote #831 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Not Voting | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HR 1135
House Study Committee on Credit Card Fee on State Sales and Excise Tax and Their Impact on Georgia Merchants and Consumers; create
House Vote #846 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
HB 994
Torts; negligent operations of a vessel; revise liability
House Vote #842 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Yea | pass | March 28, 2024 |
|
SR 189
General Assembly; development impact fees for educational purposes; provide -CA
House Vote #853 - 2023-2024 Regular Session |
Nay | pass | March 28, 2024 |
Career history 2 past roles
- Lower chamber District 75 Democrat
- Lower chamber District 75 Democrat