Sen. Ben Watson

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a professional organization representing over 62,000 healthcare providers nationwide. The bill formally recognizes ACOG's contributions to advancing patient health through clinical practice, education, advocacy, and research over the past 75 years. It specifically acknowledges the work of ACOG members in Georgia who provide obstetric and gynecologic care and support initiatives related to maternal health and patient access to care. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to distribute a copy of the document to ACOG.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones for her extraordinary service to the State of Georgia upon the occasion of her retirement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the 2026 Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides for their exemplary service to the Georgia Senate. It directly affects the named individuals who have worked as legislative assistants for Senate committees and leadership during the 2026 regular session. The resolution formally acknowledges their dedication to ensuring efficient administration of Senate committee hearings and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the legislative process. The Senate has authorized the distribution of copies of this resolution to the recognized aides as a gesture of recognition for their hard work.

A RESOLUTION applying to the United States Congress to call a convention under Article V of the Constitution of the United States limited to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives and to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States Senate; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, the Superintendent of the City Schools of Decatur. It acknowledges her educational leadership experience and her role in advancing equity and academic excellence within the district. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to Dr. Whitaker.

A RESOLUTION commending the March of Dimes and recognizing March 10, 2026, as March of Dimes March for Change at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 5 of Title 16 of the Official Georgia Code Annotated, relating to stalking, so as to provide for the offense of doxxing; to provide for penalties; to provide for a protective order; to provide for a civil action; to provide for venue; to provide for definitions; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 19, 2026, as Golf Day in Georgia to honor the sport's significant economic contributions to the state. The resolution recognizes golf's role in supporting over 24,000 jobs and generating billions in economic activity, including major events like the Masters Tournament and TOUR Championship. It encourages citizens to participate in or watch golf while authorizing the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and media. The measure is a symbolic recognition rather than a policy change, with no new regulations or funding attached.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to increase the amount of a tax credit based on the federal tax credit for certain child and dependent care expenses to 40 percent of such federal tax credit; to provide for a child income tax credit; to provide for definitions; to provide for limitations and proration; to provide for rules and regulations; to revise a tax credit for employers providing child care; to decrease the number of children who use the facility that are required to be children of employees to qualify for such credit; to increase the amount of the credit; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the state employees' health insurance plan, so as to prohibit the Board of Community Health from entering into, executing, or renewing a contract or contracts with any pharmacy benefits manager that owns or has an ownership interest in any retail pharmacy or any legal entity that contracts with or uses such pharmacy benefits manager; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.