SR 866 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) recognizing Ruth Atchely, a Community Information Specialist with the Statesboro Police Department. It commends her work since 2024, highlighting her role in developing community programs, speaking to groups, and managing social media. The resolution specifically notes her social media impact, including growing the department's Facebook following from 39,000 to 76,300 in under two months and generating over 29 million views in 28 days. This resolution formally honors her contributions but does not create any new policies or affect any laws.
This ceremonial resolution (SR 857) honors Jon Oscher, a Georgia Tech alum and cable industry pioneer who died on February 19, 2026. The Georgia Senate formally expresses condolences for his passing and recognizes his life as a devoted family man, philanthropist, and community leader. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to his family. It has no policy impact and serves solely as a symbolic tribute.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 858) recognizing Irene Brown Mackson for her service. It honors her 21-year U.S. Air Force career, 16 years teaching Air Force Junior ROTC, and current work supporting veterans and job seekers at the Georgia Department of Veterans Service. The resolution formally commends her contributions and lists her awards, including the Air Force Achievement Medal. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2026, and serves only to express appreciation with no legal effect or policy change.
This bill (HR 1517) is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally commends Heather Shores, who has been named Darlington High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher, for her contributions to education. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply expresses the House's recognition of her teaching excellence.
This resolution formally commends Jiarui "Grace" Guo for being named Darlington High School's 2025-2026 STAR Student, recognizing her academic achievement as the top student in her class and highest scorer on the SAT. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives. The resolution expresses support for her academic success and includes a copy for her distribution.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 869), not a law-changing bill. It formally recognizes and commends Mayor Craig L. Newton of Norcross, Georgia, for his public service, including being the first African American mayor elected in Gwinnett County (2017) and serving over 20 years in local government. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation through words of commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2026.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing the Georgia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol for its volunteer service to Georgia citizens. It honors their roles in emergency response, disaster relief (including hurricane support for Helene and Milton), aerospace education, and cadet programs, noting their 2024 volunteer value exceeded $7.6 million. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses legislative appreciation for CAP volunteers' contributions. It was formally adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives in 2026.
Senate Resolution 863 (SR 863) recognizes and commends Diesha Ranaldson-Blackmon for her service in the U.S. Navy (2009-2019) and her subsequent community work, including her role as a life coach supporting veterans through Sanctum Peace. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2026, formally honors her leadership, military service, and dedication to veterans' wellness. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Ranaldson-Blackmon as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or legal effect.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the State Court of Cobb County, approved March 26, 1964 (Ga. L. 1964, p. 3211), as amended, particularly by an Act approved May 3, 2017 (Ga. L. 2017, p. 3750), so as to provide for additional assistant solicitor positions; to change the salaries of certain staff of the solicitor-general; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Brookwood High School boys swim team for winning the 2026 GHSA Class 6A State Swimming Championship; and for other purposes.
This resolution (SR 854) formally recognizes Kay Pippin for her public service as mayor of Jackson, Georgia. It highlights her achievements including installing new water/sewer infrastructure, removing blighted properties, securing $8 million in grants, and maintaining the city's historic policy of no property taxes. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal commendation for her work with the city, Henry County, and Georgia. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2026.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the Cobb Judicial Circuit, approved February 19, 1951 (Ga. L. 1951, p. 184), as amended, particularly by an Act approved March 27, 1995 (Ga. L. 1995, p. 3619), an Act approved April 4, 1997 (Ga. L. 1997, p. 3879), and an Act approved March 27, 1998 (Ga. L. 1998, p. 3894), so as to change the salaries of assistant district attorneys; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
