Georgia Bills

passed · Georgia · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 289: Georgia Caregivers Day; recognize February 28, 2025

This resolution designates February 28, 2025, as Georgia Caregivers Day to honor caregivers across the state. It directly recognizes both professional caregivers (nearly 4.6 million in the U.S.) and family caregivers (estimated at 44 million) who assist individuals with aging or disabilities. The key mechanism is the Senate’s formal acknowledgment of their role in enabling people to remain safely at home, expressing gratitude for their commitment. This is a ceremonial resolution with no new programs, funding, or legal requirements; it simply commemorates caregivers through official recognition.

Kenya Wicks (D) Sally Harrell (D) Kim Jackson (D) Elena Parent (D) Ed Harbison (D)

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 434: Cooper, Terrance Lamont; condolences

HR 434 is a commemorative House resolution honoring Terrance Lamont Cooper, a U.S. Army National Guard veteran and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employee who passed away on February 16, 2025. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to his family and recognizes his military service, career at the CDC, and contributions to his community. It does not create any new policy or affect any specific group through legislative action. This procedural resolution was adopted by the House on February 27, 2025.

passed · Georgia · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 285: Andrew J. Young Day; recognize February 28, 2025

SR 285 is a ceremonial resolution designating February 28, 2025, as "Andrew J. Young Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It recognizes the late civil rights leader, diplomat, and Atlanta mayor Andrew J. Young for his lifetime of public service, including his role as Georgia's first Black U.S. Representative since Reconstruction, his work as U.S. Ambassador to the UN, and his economic development leadership as Atlanta's mayor. The resolution has no binding policy effects - it is purely a commemorative gesture to honor his legacy. The Senate adopted it on February 27, 2025.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 442: Byrd, Natasha; receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; commend

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Natasha Byrd for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 291: House, Marilyn; condolences

This is a Senate resolution (SR 291) commemorating Marilyn House, a military spouse and community volunteer who passed away on February 16, 2025. The resolution honors her 26 years of service supporting military families, her volunteer work with organizations like the Red Cross and National Infantry Museum, and her authorship of *Home is Where the Movers Leave You*. It expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and recognizes her receipt of military service awards, including the Army's Commander's Award for Civilian Service. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on legislation.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 440: American Heart Month in Macon-Bibb County; February 2025; recognize

HR 440 is a symbolic resolution recognizing February 2025 as American Heart Month in Macon-Bibb County. It highlights heart disease as the leading cause of death for women, particularly African American women in the area who face disproportionately high rates. The resolution encourages county residents to support community awareness efforts led by local organizations like the American Heart Association and women's groups. It serves as a formal acknowledgment with no new laws, funding, or policy changes.

passed · Georgia · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 274: Austell Day; recognize March 25, 2025

This resolution designates March 25, 2025, as "Austell Day" at the Georgia state capitol to honor the city's history and contributions. It recognizes Austell's 1885 incorporation, its role as a railway hub, current logistics significance along the CSX corridor, and attractions like Six Flags Over Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, with no legal requirements or financial effects. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 27, 2025, to celebrate Austell's community and economic legacy.

passed · Georgia · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SR 281: James, Talmadge; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 281) recognizing Talmadge James for her 25 years of service with the Georgia General Assembly, including roles in the House of Representatives and the Governor's Floor Leader's Office. It formally commends her dedication upon her retirement effective March 1, 2025, highlighting her contributions to state government operations. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves to honor her service through a formal Senate commendation. Adopted by the Senate on February 27, 2025, it includes no legislative action or new requirements.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 441: Georgia Beverage Association; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) that formally recognizes the Georgia Beverage Association for its recycling initiatives. It specifically commends the Association's "Made to be Remade" program, which focuses on education, infrastructure improvements, and creating 100% recyclable beverage containers. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or requirements - it is a non-binding expression of support. It directly affects the Georgia Beverage Association by honoring their efforts, with no impact on state regulations or the public.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 446: Holmes, Charvez; Peach County's 2025 Teacher of the Year; commend

HR 446 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally commend Charvez Holmes as Peach County's 2025 Teacher of the Year. The resolution recognizes her work as an eighth-grade physical science, social studies, and gifted program teacher at Fort Valley Middle School, highlighting her dedication to students and her upcoming role representing Peach County in Georgia's state-level Teacher of the Year competition. It does not create new laws or affect policy; it simply expresses the House's honor through a formal written resolution. The House adopted the resolution on February 27, 2025, and directed the Clerk to provide Holmes with a copy.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 436: Honoring Heroes Day; February 28, 2025; invaluable contributions of school bus drivers and school food service workers; recognize

A RESOLUTION commending the invaluable contributions of school bus drivers and school food service workers and recognizing February 28, 2025, as Honoring Heroes Day; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 430: Punjabi language; commend

HR 430 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the Punjabi language and its speakers. It acknowledges Punjabi as the world's ninth most spoken language with over 600 million speakers, highlighting significant communities in the U.S. (including 780,000 Punjabi-speaking Americans and 15,000 in Georgia). The resolution specifically honors the contributions of Punjabi speakers to Georgia communities, as advocated by the Sikh American Society of Georgia. It contains no new policies or funding, serving solely as a formal recognition gesture without legal or financial impact.

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