A RESOLUTION congratulating the North Paulding High School varsity competition cheer team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class 6A State Championship; and for other purposes.
This Senate resolution honors Dorothy Norwood, a celebrated gospel singer and storyteller from Georgia, for her decades of contributions to gospel music. The bill formally recognizes her career achievements, including her work with The Caravans, her solo albums, and her numerous Grammy and Stellar Award nominations. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Norwood as a gesture of appreciation. This commemorative measure does not alter laws or create new policies but serves to acknowledge her cultural and artistic legacy.
This bill designates March 15, 2026, as James Warren Spires Day to honor a pastor and teacher who has served in ministry for 50 years. The resolution recognizes his long-term leadership at Hatley Baptist Church and his dedication to sharing the gospel message. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to James Warren Spires for his records. This is a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, funding, or public policy.
This legislative resolution formally commends Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Jonah Slade for his outstanding leadership, academic achievements, and contributions to his community. The bill recognizes his roles as a JROTC cadet commander, entrepreneur, and aviation student, highlighting his mentorship and service to others. It authorizes the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the resolution to Slade as an official acknowledgment of his accomplishments.
This bill creates a House Study Committee to examine dangerous animal attacks and animal control resources in rural Georgia. The committee will consist of 11 House members appointed by the Speaker and will study issues related to dog ownership laws, liability for attacks by stray or ownerless dogs, and the lack of compensation systems for victims. The committee will hold meetings, receive funding from House appropriations, and submit a report with findings or legislative recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026. This is a procedural resolution that establishes a temporary study group rather than implementing specific policy changes itself.
This bill honors Linda Hays for her 50 years of service to Newton County Government, recognizing her as the longest-serving elected official in the county's history. The resolution formally acknowledges her career beginning in 1976 as a Clerk of Courts office employee and her subsequent election as Clerk in 1982. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to Hays as a commemorative gesture. The measure is a ceremonial recognition rather than a policy change, focusing on celebrating her long public service record.
This bill designates a specific intersection in Fannin County, Georgia, as the Howell and Jane Teasley Memorial Intersection to honor the couple's contributions to their community and state. The legislation directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at the intersection of State Route 515 and the Hemptown Connector bearing the memorial name. It also authorizes the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to the Teasley family and the Department of Transportation for record-keeping purposes. This is a commemorative measure that recognizes the Teasleys' long-standing involvement in leadership, education, and faith within Georgia.
A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Justice Verda M. Colvin for her historic achievements, leadership, and distinguished service in the legal profession; and for other purposes.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Fire Captain Steven Gregory Mapes for his heroic actions. It directly affects Captain Mapes by honoring his role in saving a hockey player's life after the player suffered sudden cardiac arrest while he was off-duty. The resolution highlights how Captain Mapes used his training to perform CPR and call for an automated external defibrillator, demonstrating exceptional courage and professionalism. This legislative action serves to publicly acknowledge his contribution to public safety and exemplify the values of first responders.
This bill designates February 14, 2026, as Sally FitzGerald Day to honor the life and legacy of the late Georgia civic leader. It recognizes FitzGerald's contributions to public service, including her work in education advocacy, local self-governance, and community leadership in Fulton County and Sandy Springs. The resolution formally acknowledges her achievements in restoring democratic governance to the Fulton County Board of Education and supporting the incorporation of the City of Sandy Springs. Additionally, the bill directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to FitzGerald's family.
This bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Cheryl Annette Williams, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on January 9, 2026. The resolution formally recognizes her contributions to the Democratic Party, her community service at Parkway Baptist Church, and her legacy of integrity and kindness. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Williams' family as a gesture of respect. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of her life and impact.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 24 of Title 33 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance generally, so as to provide for collateral protection insurance; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
