Sen. Josh McLaurin

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Freddie Powell Sims for her public service. It honors her contributions to the Georgia State Senate, including her leadership in various committees and her work on education and infrastructure projects. The resolution also congratulates her on her retirement and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to her.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Scattering Resources, Inc. for its sixteen years of providing aid to individuals in Georgia, the United States, and Haiti. The bill highlights the organization's work in distributing hygiene kits, clothing, and school supplies while offering financial empowerment workshops to help people overcome poverty. It also notes the founder's inspiration from her grandmother and the group's rapid response to natural disasters like the 2008 mudslides and the 2010 Haiti earthquake. This measure is purely honorary and does not create new laws or require any funding.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of property, so as to authorize certain local governing authorities to provide temporary tax relief from the taxes levied for the harvest or sale of standing timber in certain disaster areas;to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title and legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 11 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to pleadings and motions, so as to authorize movants to file notices of uncontested motions in superior courts and state courts; to provide for uncontested motions to be deemed granted; to provide for review by chief judge of any judge with two uncontested motions deemed granted on his or her docket; to require management reports regarding each such review; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a temporary Senate Study Committee to examine market competition and antitrust enforcement in Georgia. The five-member committee will investigate economic concentration in sectors like housing, technology, agriculture, healthcare, and retail, and compare Georgia's policies with those of other states. Funded through Senate appropriations, the committee will hold meetings and submit a final report by December 1, 2026, which may include recommendations for new legislation. The bill does not change any existing laws but establishes a study group to evaluate potential policy improvements.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate committee to study whether Georgia should compensate student teachers during their training. The committee will examine financial challenges for unpaid student teachers, impacts on educator recruitment (especially in high-need schools), cost estimates, and successful models from other states. It does not enact paid student teaching but will recommend potential legislation by December 2025. The committee expires on that date and has no authority to implement changes.

A RESOLUTION commending John Haupert for his outstanding service as President and Chief Executive Officer of Grady Health System upon the occasion of his retirement; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Andrea Young upon her retirement as Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends the City of Hapeville for its historical significance, cultural contributions, and role in Georgia's development. The resolution highlights Hapeville's evolution from an industrial hub to a vibrant community known for its arts, public art initiatives, and strategic location near Atlanta's airport. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide copies of the resolution to the city's mayor and council. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the city's achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Lee Vaughn for his public service and leadership in Georgia. It directly affects Lee Vaughn, a retired Commissioner of District Two who served as Chairman of Commissioners until his retirement. The resolution highlights his contributions to his community, his current roles in banking and various organizations, and expresses congratulations on his retirement. The Senate also authorizes the Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Vaughn for distribution.