Georgia Bills

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SR 362: Atuwatse III, Olori; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 362) passed by the Senate to formally commend Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom. It recognizes her work as a lawyer, philanthropist, and founder of initiatives like Elevate Africa and the Royal Iwere Foundation, which focus on education, women's empowerment, STEM programs, and cultural preservation across Africa. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it simply honors her contributions through a formal Senate statement and directs a copy be sent to her. It was adopted by the Senate on March 10, 2025.

Sonya Halpern (D) Kim Jackson (D) David Lucas (D) Ed Harbison (D) Derek Mallow (D)

passed · Georgia · House Mar 10, 2025

HB 429: Ad valorem tax; exempt vehicles owned by a natural person for which a title was issued before March 1, 2013

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 10 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of motor vehicles, so as to exempt from ad valorem taxation motor vehicles owned by a natural person for which a title was issued in this state before March 1, 2013; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Georgia · House Mar 10, 2025

HB 425: Revenue and taxation; purchase of an emergency power generator to convenience stores and grocery stores; provide tax credit

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits, so as to provide for a tax credit for the purchase of an emergency power generator and related components to convenience stores and grocery stores; to provide for taxpayer certification of tax credits; to provide for sunsets of the tax credit and carry-forward period; to provide for applicability; to provide for pursuit of remedies; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SB 126: Completion Special Schools Act; certain students to be enrolled; lower the age of eligibility from 18 to 16

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-2096.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to definitions relative to the "Completion Special Schools Act," so as to lower the age of eligibility from 18 to 16 for certain students to be enrolled in a completion special school; to revise definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SR 355: Latina Leads; recognize

This is a commemorative resolution (SR 355) recognizing Latina Leads, an Atlanta nonprofit that supports Latina girls aged 8-16 through leadership, financial literacy, and mentorship programs. The resolution formally honors the organization for empowering over 400 girls in three years with workshops, camps, and community-focused initiatives. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of the group's work. The Senate adopted it on March 10, 2025, to commend their community impact.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SR 361: Stone, Angela Laverne; condolences

This resolution (SR 361) is a ceremonial Senate measure expressing condolences for the passing of Angela Laverne Stone, a Georgia-based musician and entertainer. It commemorates her career as a Gospel singer, member of the hip-hop group The Sequence, and solo artist with multiple gold albums and Grammy nominations. The resolution formally honors her contributions to music, including her work in R&B, neo-soul, and Broadway (notably in *Chicago*), and acknowledges her legacy as a "pioneering force" in the industry. As a non-binding tribute, it does not create new policies or affect any laws or individuals.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SR 356: Mensch, Steve; condolences

SR 356 is a Georgia Senate resolution expressing condolences for the passing of Steve Mensch, a film industry executive and aviation enthusiast who died in December 2024. It honors his contributions to Georgia's film industry - including advocating for tax credits that boosted production - and his community work, such as volunteering with the Young Eagles aviation program. The resolution has no policy impact; it is purely ceremonial, recognizing his personal legacy and family. It was adopted by the Senate on March 10, 2025.

passed · Georgia · House Mar 10, 2025

HR 128: Watkins, Mr. Joseph Samuel; compensate

This resolution compensates Joseph Samuel Watkins for his wrongful conviction and 22 years of incarceration following his exoneration in 2023. It directs the state to pay $1,688,527.40 total - $535,000 as an initial lump sum and the remainder as a 10-year annuity starting in 2026 - to Watkins for his losses. Watkins must sign a waiver releasing Georgia from all future claims related to his case. The resolution applies solely to Watkins and does not establish a general compensation program for exonerees in Georgia.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SR 350: Bussey, Alice Mae White; condolences

This Senate resolution (SR 350) expresses condolences and honors the life of Alice Mae White Bussey, a former Georgia Labor Department federal representative and Atlanta Business League president, following her passing. It recognizes her career achievements, including being Georgia’s first female federal Labor Department representative, the first African American FTD florist in Atlanta, and her work advocating for women in the workforce. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 6, 2025, directs copies to her family and serves as a formal tribute to her legacy. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create policy changes or affect any legal obligations.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SR 340: Georgia State University; recognize

This Senate resolution (SR 340) formally recognizes Georgia State University for its academic achievements, research impact, and community contributions as detailed in the resolution. It does not create any legal obligations or policy changes, serving solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the university's work. The resolution highlights GSU's national rankings in undergraduate teaching, student success initiatives, research funding, and economic impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on individuals or policy implementation.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SR 351: McClelland, Dr. Charles F.; recognize

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 351) recognizing Dr. Charles F. McClelland for his service as Commissioner of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) since 2018. It honors his leadership in growing the SWAC to 12 member institutions, his prior roles at Texas Southern University and Prairie View A&M University, and his national awards in collegiate athletics. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply formally commends him through a Senate vote and directs a copy to be sent to him. It directly affects only Dr. McClelland as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SR 346: Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day; recognize March 10, 2025

This commemorative resolution designates March 10, 2025, as "Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors Dr. Indrakrishnan, a gastroenterologist and community leader, for his service on healthcare boards, charitable organizations, and contributions to Georgia's medical community. The resolution formally recognizes his work advancing healthcare initiatives, supporting underserved rural areas, and his leadership roles with groups like the Georgia Gastroenterologic Society. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

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