Sen. Ed Harbison

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 406), not a policy bill. It formally honors Charles M. "Buddy" Leger, a Georgia agricultural leader who dedicated over 75 years to the watermelon and pecan industries, including leadership roles in the Georgia Watermelon Association and National Watermelon Research Board. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences upon his death and recognizes his awards, such as the National Watermelon Association Outstanding Service Award and University of Georgia Hall of Fame induction. It has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves as a symbolic tribute to his legacy.

A RESOLUTION urging the Federal Railroad Administration to deny CSX's request to become the first railroad to use Trip Optimizer's Zero-to-Zero feature; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 404) symbolically recognizes the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program on its 10th anniversary. It commends the program for providing free, comprehensive mental health care - including treatment for PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and related conditions - to over 3,500 veterans and active-duty service members nationwide, with nearly 2,000 Georgians served. The resolution highlights the program’s "Accelerated Brain Health Program," which helped 75% of participants see significant symptom improvements. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally honors the program’s impact on veterans’ mental health and lives.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 412) recognizing Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for its 30th anniversary. It formally honors the organization's work since 1995 advocating for children in foster care who have experienced abuse or neglect. The resolution expresses gratitude for CASA's service and commends its efforts to provide stable homes and support for vulnerable youth, but it does not create new laws or alter policy. As a recognition measure, it has no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 409), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Darren Myles, a high school football coach with 18 seasons at Atlanta schools, for his leadership, community service, and role in mentoring athletes who have pursued professional careers (including the NFL). The resolution specifically cites his 2024 Atlanta Falcons Coach of the Year award and his dedication to students. It has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the Senate’s commendation and directs a copy be sent to Myles.

A RESOLUTION commending Side by Side Brain Injury Clubhouse Inc. for 25 years of work in transforming the lives of Georgians recovering from brain injuries and brain injury-related disabilities and recognizing March 11, 2025, as Side by Side Clubhouse Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to property tax exemptions, so as to increase the amount of a state-wide homestead exemption for certain totally disabled veterans; to create new state-wide homestead exemptions for certain partially disabled veterans and partially or totally disabled first responders; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a short title; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 376) recognizing Larry Pellegrini for his 30+ years of advocacy for LGBTQ equality in Georgia. It formally commends his work as the state's first openly gay lobbyist, his role in sodomy law reform, the Cracker Barrel campaign against employment discrimination, and his leadership with organizations like the Georgia Rural Urban Summit. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Senate's appreciation through a formal commendation. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or directly affect any legislation or constituents beyond honoring Pellegrini.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Alisha Thomas Searcy for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 360) passed by the Georgia Senate to formally recognize and commend Tyler Perry for his career achievements. It highlights his work as a filmmaker, playwright, author, and entrepreneur - creating over 24 films, 20 stage plays, 17 TV series, and books - while emphasizing his contributions to Georgia's economy through Tyler Perry Studios, which created over 400 jobs. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes; it is purely symbolic, expressing the Senate's appreciation for his cultural impact and economic contributions.