A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 31 and Chapters 2 and 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Department of Community Health, Department of Human Services, and public assistance, respectively, so as to provide for the Department of Human Services to be the single state agency responsible for the administration of the state Medicaid program; to transfer certain powers, functions, and duties from the Department of Community Health to the Department of Human Services; to revise definitions; to provide for transition; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for a state plan amendment or waiver request; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 666) formally recognizes Eden Pethel, an eighth-grade home-schooled student from Pendergrass, Georgia, for winning a state license plate design competition. The bill commemorates her winning design, which will become an official Georgia license plate celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate. The resolution was recently adopted by the Senate and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to Eden Pethel.
A RESOLUTION honoring the work of Georgia's aerospace and defense industry and recognizing February 3, 2026, as Georgia Aerospace and Defense Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 671) formally recognizes the YMCA's 175th anniversary in 2026. It highlights the YMCA's historical contributions, including founding basketball, pioneering ESL classes, and providing childcare, along with its current role as the nation's largest nonprofit childcare provider serving over 17 million people annually. The resolution commends YMCA staff and volunteers for fostering community connection and well-being but does not create new laws or obligations. It is purely ceremonial, with no direct policy impact on individuals or organizations.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 681), not a policy bill. It formally commends retired FBI Special Agent Marvin O. "Dell" Spry for his career, specifically recognizing his role as lead investigator in the case that led to the conviction of CIA spy Aldrich Ames. The resolution highlights Spry's counterintelligence work, awards, and post-retirement contributions to national security training. It has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or laws - only serves as symbolic recognition. The Senate adopted it on February 3, 2026.
Maddy summarySR 652 is a ceremonial Senate resolution designating February 4, 2026, as "Physician's Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes Georgia's 27,750 physicians (as of 2023) and their role in patient care, public health, and community well-being. The resolution salutes physicians through a symbolic gesture at the state capitol and mentions several medical associations for their contributions. This is a non-binding, commemorative measure with no policy changes or financial impact; it simply honors physicians through official recognition.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 653) formally recognizes "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It is a ceremonial resolution acknowledging the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its affiliates, which operate statewide litter prevention, recycling, and community beautification programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies - it solely serves to honor the organization's efforts through a formal Senate recognition. The Senate adopted this resolution on February 2, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 635) is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate to recognize January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It commemorates the victims of the Holocaust and affirms Georgia's commitment to combating antisemitism, racism, and all forms of hate. The bill contains no policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or groups - it simply directs the Senate to formally acknowledge the day and distribute copies of the resolution. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition.
A RESOLUTION recognizing the burden of lung cancer in the United States and the State of Georgia; supporting prevention, early detection, and timely intervention to improve patient outcomes; addressing disparities in care; and commending Intuitive for its leadership in advancing lung cancer care through innovations such as the Ion robotic endoluminal system; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week at the state capitol. It directs the Senate to acknowledge this week to raise public awareness about congenital heart defects, which affect approximately 40,000 newborns annually in the U.S. and can lead to undiagnosed health risks, including sudden cardiac death in young athletes. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial observance to honor affected families and health professionals.