Georgia Bills

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 1981: Rotary Club of Johns Creek-North Fulton; commend

This bill is a commendation resolution that formally recognizes the Rotary Club of Johns Creek-North Fulton for its community service and global contributions. It highlights the club's activities, including hosting a 9/11 Patriot Day commemoration and funding water and sanitation projects in Nepal schools. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the club as a formal acknowledgment of their work.

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 1965: Goalen, Sylvia; commend

This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Sylvia Goalen for her public service to the State of Georgia. It directly affects Sylvia Goalen by formally acknowledging her contributions as Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations and her advocacy work for literacy. The resolution highlights her 15+ years of service in traffic safety programs, community outreach, and leadership roles in literacy initiatives. It authorizes the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Sylvia Goalen as a formal record of recognition. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation for her past work.

in committee · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SR 1049: Senate Study Committee on Acquiring and Management of Lake Lanier; create

This bill creates a Senate Study Committee to examine how Georgia could acquire ownership and management control of Lake Lanier, which is currently owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The seven-member committee will be appointed by the Senate President and will study potential benefits of state ownership, including improved water security, better water quality management, and enhanced local economic benefits. The committee will meet to evaluate various acquisition options and may recommend future legislation, with its work ending on December 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SR 1054: Atlanta Botanical Garden; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends the Atlanta Botanical Garden on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It directly affects the Atlanta Botanical Garden by acknowledging its contributions to conservation, education, and community enrichment over five decades. The resolution highlights the garden's achievements, including its expansion to a second campus in Gainesville and its various conservation initiatives. The Senate will distribute a copy of this resolution to the garden as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial measure with no changes to laws or funding.

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 1957: Delta Phi Lambda Sorority Inc., an Asian-interest sorority and 501(c)(7) non-profit organization; outstanding work in creating the next generation of Asian women leaders unified by the bonds of sisterhood and its efforts in coalition building; commend

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Delta Phi Lambda Sorority Inc., an Asian-interest sorority and 501(c)(7) non-profit organization, for its outstanding work in creating the next generation of Asian women leaders unified by the bonds of sisterhood and its efforts in coalition building amongst minority collegiate students across the United States; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 1972: Whaley, Patti; A. Philip Randolph Elementary School's 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; commend

This bill formally recognizes Patti Whaley as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year at A. Philip Randolph Elementary School. It commends her for her dedicated teaching work, innovative classroom practices, and commitment to student success. The resolution authorizes the House Clerk to provide a copy of the commendation to Ms. Whaley. This is a ceremonial measure that honors an individual educator's achievements rather than changing policy or law.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SR 1037: Poole, Bessie W.; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that recognizes and commends Bessie W. Poole for her retirement after 23 years of service with Georgia Power Company. The resolution highlights her leadership, dedication to the community, and involvement with various charitable organizations, including Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the Salvation Army. It formally congratulates her on her retirement and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her with a copy of the resolution. The measure does not create new laws or policy changes but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to the state.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SR 1031: Williams, Dr. Cynthia; recognize

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Dr. Cynthia Williams for her work in youth advocacy and community healing in Georgia. It highlights her role as founder of the Love From Afar: The Christopher Allen Williams Foundation and her upcoming hosting of a youth safety and mental health summit in April 2026. The resolution acknowledges her contributions to grief recovery, mental health awareness, and violence prevention while expressing appreciation for her leadership and character. The Senate will distribute a copy of this recognition to Dr. Williams through the Secretary of the Senate.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 1968: Aponte, Edgardo; commend

This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Edgardo Aponte for his public service in Georgia. It directly affects Aponte by formally acknowledging his leadership role as Director of the Gwinnett County Department of Transportation and his contributions to various roadway improvement projects. The resolution highlights his career achievements, including his 16 years of experience in transportation consulting and his oversight of multiple infrastructure enhancements. The House of Representatives passed this measure to express appreciation for his dedication to the community and to direct the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Aponte.

in committee · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SB 633: Motor Vehicles and Traffic; implied consent provisions; repeal and reenact

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to repeal and reenact implied consent provisions; to provide for chemical testing of saliva to determine the presence of alcohol or another drug for purposes of driving under the influence violations; to revise informed consent provisions to include chemical testing of saliva and to require probable cause for chemical testing of persons involved in certain traffic accidents; to provide for the admissibility of evidence of the refusal of chemical testing of saliva; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · Georgia · House Mar 27, 2026

HB 1586: Bogart, Town of; provide new charter

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a new charter for the Town of Bogart; to provide for related matters; to repeal specific Acts; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

passed · Georgia · Senate Mar 27, 2026

SR 1047: City of Hapeville; recognize and commend

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends the City of Hapeville for its historical significance, cultural contributions, and role in Georgia's development. The resolution highlights Hapeville's evolution from an industrial hub to a vibrant community known for its arts, public art initiatives, and strategic location near Atlanta's airport. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide copies of the resolution to the city's mayor and council. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the city's achievements.

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