A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-85.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to license plates for certain veterans, so as to increase the number of free license plates issued to certain veterans; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend various provisions of the O.C.G.A., so as to rename low THC oil as medical cannabis; to amend Chapter 12 of Title 16, Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Title 16, and Article 1 of Chapter 2A of Title 31 of the O.C.G.A., relating to offenses against the public health and morals, regulation of controlled substances, and general provisions relative to the Department of Public Health, respectively, so as to clarify and revise criminal penalties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Reverend Willie C. Neal for his outstanding service as a religious leader in Georgia. The measure highlights his long history of community involvement, including his 34 years as senior pastor at Philadelphia Baptist Church where he oversaw significant growth and development. By passing this resolution, the Senate intends to honor his contributions to the state and his church without changing any laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Philadelphia Baptist Church on the occasion of its 153rd anniversary. The bill honors the church's history, from its founding in 1873 to the completion of its new building in 2007 and the planned payoff of its mortgage in 2026. It also acknowledges the contributions of numerous past and present pastors and members who have helped the organization grow. The Senate will distribute a copy of this resolution to the church to celebrate its long-standing service to the community.
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 provide for the issuance of emergency vehicle light permits for towing service companies in certain instances; to revise a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act providing for the compensation of certain county officers and officials of DeKalb County, approved March 31, 1976 (Ga. L. 1976, p. 3986), as amended, so as to revise the compensation of certain judges, judicial officers, and county officers; to make conforming changes related to court names changed by general law; to provide for related matters; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide for a new Board of Commissioners of Henry County, approved March 28, 1974 (Ga. L. 1974, p. 3680), as amended, so as to revise and restate provisions regarding the code of ethics; to revise provisions related to the chairperson of the board of commissioners and county manager; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-6-390.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to reckless stunt driving, so as to replace the forfeiture penalty of a motor vehicle involved in a second offense of reckless stunt driving with authority to order the installation of a device which limits the speed of such vehicle; to provide for a definition; to provide for procedures and conditions upon issuance of such orders; to provide for notification to the Department of Revenue; to provide for a penalty; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Daniel Waldon Wright Jr., a respected educator and Savannah native who passed away on March 7, 2026. The bill formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences and acknowledges his contributions as president of the Georgia Association of Educators and his role as a devoted family man. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright's family for their records. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Elena Parent for her public service as she retires from the Georgia State Senate. It highlights her leadership roles, such as chairing the Senate Democratic Caucus, and her committee memberships in education, judiciary, and other areas. The resolution also acknowledges her community involvement and expresses congratulations on her retirement.
