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passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 13, 2025

SR 382: Gibbs, Principal Kimberly; recognize

This is a Senate resolution (SR 382) recognizing and commending Principal Kimberly Gibbs for her leadership at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School. The resolution highlights her 10 years in school leadership, including a 6% increase in student math and English proficiency, an 18% enrollment rise, and initiatives like the "Prowler Pack" student advisory program. It formally praises her commitment to student success, equitable education, and her "connection before content" philosophy. The resolution has no binding effect - it simply expresses the Senate’s commendation and will be delivered to Principal Gibbs.
RaShaun Kemp (D) Sally Harrell (D) Sonya Halpern (D) Elena Parent (D) Donzella James (D)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 13, 2025

SR 387: Chit Chat Communications; commend

This resolution (SR 387) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Chit Chat Communications. It formally recognizes the organization's 14th annual "Celebrating Women of Color..." program, which provides empowerment events for women and girls (ages 11-65) through networking, speeches, and cultural activities during Women's History Month. The resolution has no policy impact or financial obligation - it solely expresses the Senate's appreciation for the program's community contributions.
Kenya Wicks (D) Kim Jackson (D) Freddie Sims (D) Tonya Anderson (D) Gail Davenport (D)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SR 369: Georgia Pre-K Week; recognize October 6-10, 2025

This resolution (SR 369) designates October 6-10, 2025, as "Georgia Pre-K Week" to recognize the state's existing Pre-K program. It acknowledges the program's history, scale (serving over 73,000 children annually across 159 counties), and achievements, including national rankings and longitudinal study results. The resolution formally thanks Pre-K educators, staff, and programs but does not create new policies, funding, or requirements. It encourages community participation during the designated week to support the current early education system. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no direct policy impact on the program's operations or funding.
Chuck Payne (R) Billy Hickman (R)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SB 4: Education; fundamental roles of local boards of education and local school superintendents; revise provisions

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elementary and secondary education, so as to revise provisions relating to the fundamental roles of local boards of education and local school superintendents; to provide for requirements for the model code of ethics for local boards of education to be promulgated by the State Board of Education; to provide for public complaints alleging ethics code violations by members of local boards of education; to provide for required and prohibited topics in training programs for local board of education members; to provide for a sanction for noncompliance; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Clint Dixon (R) Greg Dolezal (R) Shawn Still (R) Billy Hickman (R) Larry Walker (R)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 575: Moving in the Spirit; commend

HR 575 is a ceremonial resolution commending Moving in the Spirit, an Atlanta-based youth development organization founded in 1986. The resolution recognizes the group's 39-year impact on over 5,000 children through dance programs, partnerships with community organizations, and measurable outcomes like 96% increased student confidence and 100% high school graduation rates among participants. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally honors the organization's contributions to youth arts education. The resolution was adopted by the House of Representatives in March 2025 and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to Moving in the Spirit.
Karen Lupton (D)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 583: Ramsey, Karen; commend

This is a commemorative resolution (HR 583), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes and commends Karen Ramsey for her public service as Deputy Director of Gwinnett Housing Corporation (GHC), highlighting her work on programs like the Homeowner Resource Center, Healthy Homes Production Program, and Older Adults Home Modification Program. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it is solely an expression of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives. It was adopted by the House on March 11, 2025, and directs a copy to be given to Ms. Ramsey.
Jasmine Clark (D) Sam Park (D) Arlene Beckles (D) Dewey McClain (D) Marvin Lim (D)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 11, 2025

SB 129: "Georgia Supporting those Who Sacrificed for Service Act"; enact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to property tax exemptions, so as to increase the amount of a state-wide homestead exemption for certain totally disabled veterans; to create new state-wide homestead exemptions for certain partially disabled veterans and partially or totally disabled first responders; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a short title; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Marty Harbin (R) Kenya Wicks (D) Chuck Payne (R) Shawn Still (R) Brian Strickland (R)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 570: Smith, Ms. Catherine Ann; condolences

This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 570) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Catherine Ann Smith, a Democratic political organizer and community advocate who died on February 25, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's "deepest and most sincere regret" at her passing and recognizes her contributions to progressive causes in Michigan and Georgia, including her work organizing for the Democratic Party. It has no policy impact - its sole purpose is to formally memorialize her life and share condolences with her family, as directed by the Clerk of the House.
Carolyn Hugley (D) Sam Park (D) Shea Roberts (D) Scott Holcomb (D) Stacey Evans (D)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 569: Shaw, Dorothy Sanders; condolences

HR 569 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dorothy Sanders Shaw, a retired U.S. Air Force and Pentagon civil servant who passed away on February 23, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences and recognizes her life, career, family, and community involvement. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it is purely a formal expression of respect. The House adopted this resolution on March 11, 2025, and directed the Clerk to share a copy with her family.
Jasmine Clark (D) Sam Park (D) Segun Adeyina (D) Dewey McClain (D) Gabe Okoye (D)
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