Sen. Josh McLaurin

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 249) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the GMSDC's role as Georgia's leading supplier diversity organization, highlighting its work connecting over 400 corporations with 1,400+ small and minority-owned businesses that generate over $11 billion annually in revenue. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's commendation for the council's economic contributions and community support.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 27, 2025, as "Georgia Airports Association Day" to honor the organization. It recognizes the Georgia Airports Association, founded in 1990, which supports the state's 103 public airports (including 95 general aviation airports) that contribute significantly to Georgia's economy. The resolution has no binding policy impact; it is purely ceremonial, directing the Senate Secretary to share the resolution with the Association. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations for any entity.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 1 of the O.C.G.A., relating to persons and their rights; to amend Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the Juvenile Code; to amend Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the O.C.G.A., relating to offenses against public health; to amend Title 19 of the O.C.G.A., relating to domestic relations; to amend Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to education; to amend Title 31 of the O.C.G.A., relating to health; to amend Title 33 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance; to amend Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to physicians and others; to amend Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance; to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A., relating to taxes; to amend Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the O.C.G.A., relating to public assistance; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 240) formally recognizes and honors the Jonesboro Majestic Marching Cardinals, a high school band from Clayton County, Georgia. It acknowledges their contributions to music education, student opportunities (including scholarship assistance), and community representation through performances at events like the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade and the National Fourth of July Parade. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or legal requirements; it is purely a ceremonial expression of appreciation. The Senate passed this resolution to commend the band's achievements and extend best wishes for their future success.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 235) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate, not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the Georgia Beverage Association for its "Made to be Remade" initiative, which focuses on improving beverage container recycling through consumer education, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships. The resolution highlights the association's work alongside major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo) and their "Every Bottle Back" program, which aims to boost recycling rates and reduce plastic waste. It has no binding effect or new requirements - it simply expresses the Senate's support for these voluntary industry efforts.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the O.C.G.A., relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to provide protections for freelance workers; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION urging the General Assembly to appropriate an additional $2 million annually to the Georgia Pregnancy and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, in lieu of all moneys currently being appropriated to fund crisis pregnancy centers; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 214) honoring Phillip Hampton Sims, a Tyrone, Georgia resident who passed away on February 7, 2025. It recognizes his life, including his 26-year service as a College Park Fire Department firefighter, his family business S&S Glass, and his community contributions. The resolution expresses the Senate's deepest condolences to his family and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to them. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents or laws, it does not affect any programs or regulations.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Association of Georgia General Aviation Airports as an industry association for general aviation airports in the State of Georgia and its corporate affiliates; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution dedicates the intersection of State Route 139/Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard and Lee Street Southwest in Fulton County as the Senator Vincent D. Fort Memorial Intersection. The Georgia Department of Transportation is directed to install and maintain signage for this memorial. It serves as a commemorative honor for Senator Fort's legacy, without creating new laws or affecting policy.