Sen. Freddie Sims

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 24 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to insurance generally, so as to provide for certain health benefit policies to cover an annual chest imaging test and any additional medically necessary chest imaging tests for a covered person who has undergone a mastectomy or other cancer treatment; to provide definitions; 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 Titles 12, 32, and 50 of the O.C.G.A., relating to conservation and natural resources, highways, bridges, and ferries, and state government, respectively, so as to provide for a system whereby certain local governments may seek certifications from the Department of Community Affairs upon the enactment of certain policies that can be used to receive priority in grant and loan applications submitted to state agencies; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide legislative findings; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions from sales and use tax, so as to exempt the sale or use of baby products, healthcare products, first aid supplies, school supplies, workforce training materials, home energy efficiency products, gun safes, gun lock boxes, and emergency preparedness supplies, from taxation; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's lineworkers and recognizing April 13, 2026, as Georgia Lineworker Appreciation Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to selling and other trade practices, so as to enact the "Age-Appropriate Design Code Act"; to provide for definitions; to provide for effective dates; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," so as to provide requirements for earned wage access services; to provide for fees that may be charged for such services; to provide for prohibitions; to provide for consumer protections; to provide that earned wage access payments are nonrecourse; to provide that earned wage access services shall not be considered lending activity or money transmission; to provide for definitions; to provide for applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 748) honoring Anne Isenhower, a Dunwoody, Georgia public relations professional known for her community service and mentorship, and her son Max Podowitz, a New York University student and animal welfare advocate. The resolution recognizes their shared values, contributions to causes like animal welfare, and the tragic circumstances of their passing. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it formally expresses the Senate's respect for their lives and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 10, 2026, as Georgia Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Day at the state capitol. It symbolically recognizes Georgians living with limb loss, limb difference, or mobility impairments - over 200,000 people in Georgia - and highlights challenges like limited access to prosthetic/orthotic devices due to insurance coverage gaps. The resolution has no policy changes; it solely commemorates the community through a ceremonial observance at the state capitol.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 747) recognizing Wayne Collins, a Morrow City Council member and U.S. Army veteran. It formally commends his 22-year military service (including units in Georgia, Germany, Korea, and Kuwait), his community leadership roles (such as Morrow Planning and Zoning Board Chairman and Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander), and his volunteer work. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation through a formal written commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 11, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 749) formally recognizes March 2026 as "Georgia Peanut Month" at the Georgia state capitol. It commends the Georgia peanut industry for its significant economic contributions, including producing 51% of U.S. peanuts in 2025, supporting over 150,000 jobs, and contributing an estimated $2 billion to Georgia's economy. The resolution has no binding policy requirements or financial obligations - it is purely symbolic recognition. It directly honors Georgia's peanut farmers, processors, and related businesses that form a major part of the state's agricultural sector. The Senate adopted the resolution on February 11, 2026.