Sen. Sam Watson

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell on being named the 2025 Georgia Logger of the Year, recognizing his contributions to Georgia's logging industry. It is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on laws, regulations, or constituents. The bill was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2026 as a symbolic gesture honoring an individual award recipient.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to exempt from taxation all income received by certain rural residents; to provide for methods of proving residence; to provide for penalties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION urging the Georgia Secretary of State to immediately and fully comply with the request of the United States Department of Justice to securely produce Georgia's voter registration list, in compliance with Georgia's obligations under the National Voter Registration Act, the Help America Vote Act, and the Civil Rights Act of 1960; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 654) recognizes Lieutenant General Thomas M. Carden for his military service and recent appointment as Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau. It specifically honors his 30+ years of leadership in the Georgia Army National Guard and U.S. Army, including his role as Georgia's Adjutant General (2019-2024) and his historic 2026 confirmation as the first four-star general in that position. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's appreciation for his dedication to national defense and service to Georgia. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new policy or affect any laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors specific Georgia 4-H youth leaders and volunteers for their 2025-2026 achievements, including State 4-H President Robert Thomas, District Presidents, National Conference delegates, award winners (like Leadership in Action and Deans Award recipients), and volunteers. It has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate. The resolution lists named individuals from multiple counties who received state or national 4-H awards. It does not create new laws or alter existing programs.

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.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School boys tennis team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class AA State Tennis Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School cheerleading team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class 2A State Cheerleading Championship; and for other purposes.

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 commending and congratulating the Lowndes County High School Esports Team on winning the 2025 Fall Class 5A-6A Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Championship; and for other purposes.