Sen. Josh McLaurin

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding the General Assembly, so as to provide certain procedures for redistricting of the General Assembly and congressional districts in this state; to provide for certain hearings, information availability, procedures, and notifications; to provide for related matters; 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 taxes, so as to exempt sales of clothing and school related supplies during the second week of August each year; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 123) affirming that birthright citizenship - established by the Fourteenth Amendment and Supreme Court precedent like *Wong Kim Ark* - is a constitutional right. It does not change any law or policy, as birthright citizenship is already protected under existing constitutional law. The resolution expresses the Senate's support for this principle and references historical legal foundations, but it has no binding effect on government actions or immigration policy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dangerous instrumentalities and practices, so as to enact the "Georgia Red Flag Protective Order Act"; to provide definitions; to provide for risk protection order hearings and issuance; to provide for temporary ex parte risk protection orders; to provide for service of notice; to provide for the termination and extension of orders; to provide for surrender and return of firearms, ammunition, and weapons carry licenses; to provide for the reporting of orders; to provide for penalties and liability; to provide for instructional and informational materials to be produced by the Administrative Office of the Courts; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 120) honoring Linda J. Davidson upon her retirement. It recognizes her 7+ years as executive director of the Alzheimer's Association Georgia Chapter, highlighting her leadership in expanding services for over 150,000 Georgians living with dementia. The resolution specifically commends her work with the Alzheimer's Association, United Way, and American Cancer Association, noting her "exceptional leadership" and "unyielding commitment." As a purely symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it does not affect laws, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 126) formally recognizes February 13, 2025, as World Refugee Day at the Georgia state capitol. It honors the contributions of immigrants and refugees to Georgia’s economy, workforce, and community, citing their roles in key sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture, as well as their tax contributions and pandemic-era frontline service. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of these groups' impact on the state. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) designating February 10, 2025, as "Blue and White Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the community service work of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in Georgia, specifically highlighting their efforts on health equity, voter engagement, and social justice. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is a symbolic gesture of commendation by the Georgia Senate.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 109), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates eight young women who won categories in the 2025 Miss Atlanta Competition - such as Audrey Kittila (Miss Atlanta 2025) and Claire Zhang (Miss Atlanta Teen 2025) - and notes they will advance to the Miss Georgia competitions. The resolution serves only to honor their achievements as role models promoting scholarship and community service, with no legal or policy impact. It does not create new requirements, funding, or changes to existing laws.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as the world's leading cause of death and disability and supporting the recognition of February 2025 as American Heart Month; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.