This is a procedural resolution (not a funding bill) creating a Senate Study Committee to examine disparities in capital funding for Georgia's charter schools. The committee will study how charter schools access facility improvement funds compared to traditional public schools, reviewing current mechanisms like E-SPLOST and bond financing. It will gather input from school leaders and experts to assess challenges, with a report due by December 2025. The resolution itself does not allocate funds or change policy - it only establishes a committee to analyze the issue.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5 of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to housing trust fund for the homeless, so as to establish a homelessness prevention program; to provide for an application process and minimum standards; to provide for the use of certain funds; to provide for disbursements; to require contracts and assurances; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 2 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to university system, so as to require the possession of opioid antagonists by institutions within the University System of Georgia; to amend Article 2 of Chapter 4 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to technical and adult education, so as to require the possession of opioid antagonists by units within the Technical College System of Georgia; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health, so as to remove the requirement of having a licensed physician in automated external defibrillator programs; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 8 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to solid waste management, so as to require the recycling of solar panels; to prohibit the discarding or disposing of solar panels by any manner other than by delivery to a collection or recovered materials processing facility or other recycling center that accepts solar panels for recycling; to provide for definitions; to provide for penalties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to mental health, so as to provide for the qualifications of recovery community organizations for substance use; to provide for definitions; to provide for the certification of peer specialists; to provide for the approval of certification training bodies; to designate one state-wide recovery community organization; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This bill formally recognizes and commends the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce for its contributions to economic development and community growth in North Fulton. The resolution highlights the chamber's long-standing work since 1972 in supporting businesses across multiple cities, its leadership development programs, and its advocacy efforts for local businesses. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the Chamber, serving as an official acknowledgment of their achievements. This is a ceremonial measure that does not create new laws or policy changes.
A RESOLUTION honoring Cyndi West for her 25 years of distinguished service to the Georgia State Senate and the citizens of this state; and for other purposes.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Lyndy Brannen, a Savannah radio professional, for his over 55 years of service to the radio industry. The resolution honors his career beginning at age 15 and his long tenure at Q105.3, highlighting his contributions to the community and his personal character. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Brannen as a formal acknowledgment of his accomplishments. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge an individual's achievements.
A RESOLUTION recognizing the 23rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration by the Daughters of Mary Magdalene and commending Pamela Howard Oglesby-Fox; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION commending the Morehouse College Honors Program for its outstanding academic excellence, leadership development, and service to the community and recognizing its participation in the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus' first Heritage Day of Service during Heritage Weekend; and for other purposes.
This bill is a House resolution that formally commends and congratulates Mrs. Theresa Gayle on her 85th birthday. It recognizes her contributions as a community member, mother, beautician, and church leader in Savannah, Georgia. The resolution authorizes the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the document to Mrs. Gayle as a gesture of appreciation.
