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passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SR 330: Wessinger, Dr. William Nettles; condolences

This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 330) honoring Dr. William Nettles Wessinger, a Savannah orthopedic surgeon and former U.S. Army Flight Surgeon, following his death on February 20, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's "deepest and most sincere regret" at his passing and recognizes his medical career, military service, family, and community contributions. It has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or laws - its sole purpose is to formally memorialize Dr. Wessinger. The Senate adopted the resolution on March 4, 2025, and directed the Secretary to share a copy with his family.
Mike Hodges (R) Shawn Still (R) Billy Hickman (R) Derek Mallow (D) Kay Kirkpatrick (R)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SR 339: Staten, Colonel (Ret.) Harriet; recognize

This Senate resolution (SR 339) formally honors retired Colonel Harriet Staten for her 24-year military career in the U.S. Army, including leadership roles and numerous awards like the Legion of Merit. It also recognizes her post-military work as a Georgia real estate broker and her community leadership, particularly with organizations supporting Black military women. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate’s commendation and directs a copy to be sent to Colonel Staten. It is a ceremonial gesture with no funding, regulations, or changes to laws.
Kenya Wicks (D) Sally Harrell (D) Elena Parent (D) Donzella James (D) Tonya Anderson (D)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 612: Behavioral Health Coordinating Council; add member

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding the administration of mental health, developmental disabilities, addictive diseases, and other disability services, so as to add a member to the Behavioral Health Coordinating Council; to establish a parity compliance review panel; to provide for its composition and duties; to require health care providers to report suspected mental health parity violations to the panel; to provide for evaluation of complaints; to provide for recommendations for punitive actions; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
passed · Georgia · House Mar 4, 2025

HR 491: South Forsyth High School co-ed cheer team; 2024 GHSA Class 6A Cheer State Champions; commend

HR 491 is a symbolic resolution honoring South Forsyth High School's co-ed cheer team for winning the 2024 GHSA Class 6A Cheer State Championship. It specifically recognizes the 18 student-athletes (including Lyla Boleware, Chloe Handschumacher, and others) and coaches Stacey Schmuhl, Lyndsey Phelps, and Lyndi McCloud. The resolution formally commends their achievement and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy to the team. This is a non-binding commemorative measure with no policy changes or funding implications.
Todd Jones (R) Rick Jasperse (R) Carter Barrett (R) Lauren McDonald (R) Brent Cox (R)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SR 335: Oxford Day; recognize March 4, 2025

SR 335 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 4, 2025, as "Oxford Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors Oxford College (part of Emory University) for its 188-year history, academic focus, and contributions to Newton County and Georgia, including supporting over 520 local jobs and 13,000 annual volunteer hours. The resolution has no legal effect - it simply commends the college’s role in education and community service through a symbolic day of recognition. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any individuals or entities beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.
RaShaun Kemp (D) Kenya Wicks (D) Sally Harrell (D) Sonya Halpern (D) Kim Jackson (D)
passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SR 336: Junior League of DeKalb County; congratulate

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 336), not a bill with policy changes. It formally congratulates and commends the Junior League of DeKalb County for its community work since 1934, specifically highlighting their distribution of period packs to high schools and hosting workshops on health, leadership, and professional development for women. The resolution has no binding effect or funding provisions - it solely serves to recognize the organization's contributions. The Senate adopted it on March 4, 2025, and will send a copy to the Junior League.
Sally Harrell (D) Kim Jackson (D) Elena Parent (D) Randal Mangham (D) Emanuel Jones (D)
passed · Georgia · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 468: Historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia; commend

HR 468 is a resolution recognizing the historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia. It highlights the map's depiction of now-disappeared communities like Kinsey, Loudsville, and Nacoochee, which shaped the county's early agriculture, commerce, and cultural landscape. The resolution encourages public education and documentation of these historical sites to preserve White County's evolving cultural heritage. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding legal effect but formally acknowledges the map's value for historical understanding.
Stan Gunter (R) Will Wade (R)
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