Sen. Freddie Sims

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate Study Committee focused on examining unscrupulous companion animal breeding practices, such as puppy mills and backyard breeding operations. The committee, composed of five appointed Senate members, will study issues including animal welfare concerns, enforcement gaps in existing laws, and impacts on shelters and communities. It will issue recommendations by December 1, 2025, but does not enact new laws or directly affect any specific group. As a procedural resolution, it solely establishes a study body with no immediate policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate committee to study the history and impact of Rosenwald schools in Georgia. The committee will examine how these schools, built in the early 1900s for Black students in rural areas, affected education and economic opportunities for African Americans. The committee must complete its work and submit a report by December 1, 2025, focusing on the schools' legacy and potential lessons for today. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study group, not a law changing policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 485), not a substantive bill. It honors the late Clarence "Ed" Barker, a former Georgia State Senator who represented the 18th District for nine terms (1973-1991) and was active in community service, business, and civic leadership. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences for his passing and formally recognizes his life and contributions to Georgia. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 465), not a policy bill. It formally commends and congratulates Calvin George Kemp Sr. on his 102nd birthday, recognizing his service as a U.S. Navy veteran in World War II, his decades of community involvement (including church leadership, mentoring youth as a scoutmaster, and teaching brick masonry), and his family legacy. The resolution has no policy impact; it solely offers words of praise and best wishes. It was adopted by the Senate on March 27, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution dedicates the intersection of State Route 400 and Whelchel Road/Burnt Stand Road in Lumpkin County as the "Trooper First Class 2 Chase W. Redner Memorial Intersection" to honor Georgia State Patrol Trooper Chase Winston Redner, who died in the line of duty on February 20, 2024. The bill directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to erect and maintain appropriate signage at this location. It is a commemorative resolution with no substantive policy changes, solely recognizing Trooper Redner's service and sacrifice.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Mallory Minor for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION encouraging the Department of Community Affairs to investigate the abusive practices of homeowners' associations, particularly their impact on the elderly and other vulnerable residents in a community; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Bethann Frillman for her 20+ years of community service in DeKalb County, including her work on voter protection efforts and election process improvements. The resolution formally commends her career achievements as a business owner, former Fortune 100 executive, and volunteer leader, but contains no policy changes or binding obligations. It is purely symbolic, with no legislative impact beyond honoring her contributions.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Recognition and Awards finalists, "Overcomer Founder" Award, "Ruth Brewster Endurance" Award, and Historian Award recipients for their achievements; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 400) recognizing Lynne Riley's retirement from public service. It honors her 21-year career in Georgia government, including roles as State Treasurer, Revenue Commissioner, and President of the Georgia Student Finance Commission, where she oversaw $4.3 billion in HOPE Scholarships and the GEORGIA MATCH program. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's commendation and extends best wishes for her retirement. As a recognition measure, it does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations.