Sen. Ed Harbison

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1100 honors the life and legacy of former Representative Eugene Milton 'Buddy' Childers, who passed away in March 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges his 30-year service in the Georgia House of Representatives, his work as a labor leader, and his contributions to public health and community service. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Childers' family as a gesture of respect and sympathy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-2068.1, relating to charter school funding, so as to require local boards of education to treat local charter schools no less favorably than other local schools with respect to the expenditure of the proceeds of a special purpose local option sales tax for education; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 Chapter 18 of Title 45, Chapter 4 of Title 49, and Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the employees' insurance and benefits plans, public assistance, and general provisions relative to state government, respectively, so as to prohibit coverage of expenses for gender-affirming care under the state health benefit plan or with any state funds; to provide for definitions; to provide for limited exceptions; to prohibit state healthcare facilities and healthcare providers employed by the state from providing gender-affirming care; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Austin Trott for completing a 10-year work anniversary with the Georgia State Senate. The document highlights his career progression from a senate aide in 2015 to his current role as deputy director of the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office, noting his academic background and contributions to legislative operations. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Trott as an official acknowledgment of his service and leadership.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Salem Bible Church on the occasion of its 135th anniversary. The document highlights the church's historical milestones, including its founding in Atlanta, rebuilding efforts after a fire, and recent expansion under Pastor Jasper Williams Jr. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the church for distribution. The measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the church's long history and community service.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Samuel L. Tillman of Decatur, Georgia for his contributions to public service. The resolution honors his military service in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and his 22-year career as Chief of Staff to State Senator Emanuel Jones. It also acknowledges his work with the DeKalb County Board of Elections and his service alongside Deputy Insurance Commissioner Tim Riles. The Senate resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Mr. Tillman.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates Tyler and Jessica Eck on the birth of their daughter, Fallon Georgeanna Eck. It recognizes the family as outstanding citizens of Georgia and expresses wishes for the newborn's long and happy life. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to the parents for distribution. This type of commemorative legislation serves to acknowledge personal milestones within the legislative body without creating new laws or policy changes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Jennifer Boger for her distinguished career in public service and her time in the Georgia State Senate Budget and Evaluation Office; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Angela W. Touhy for her long and distinguished service to the Georgia State Senate. It directly affects Mrs. Touhy by officially honoring her career, which includes over 35 years of public service in state administration and legislative support roles. The resolution highlights her contributions to the Senate Appropriations Committee and her continued work assisting the committee after retirement in 2022. The Senate authorized the Secretary to provide a copy of this resolution to Mrs. Touhy as a formal acknowledgment of her service.