Sen. Gail Davenport

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to provide for a new Board of Commissioners of Henry County, approved March 28, 1974 (Ga. L. 1974, p. 3680), as amended, so as to revise and restate provisions regarding the code of ethics; to revise provisions related to the chairperson of the board of commissioners and county manager; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Daniel Waldon Wright Jr., a respected educator and Savannah native who passed away on March 7, 2026. The bill formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences and acknowledges his contributions as president of the Georgia Association of Educators and his role as a devoted family man. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright's family for their records. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Elena Parent for her public service as she retires from the Georgia State Senate. It highlights her leadership roles, such as chairing the Senate Democratic Caucus, and her committee memberships in education, judiciary, and other areas. The resolution also acknowledges her community involvement and expresses congratulations on her retirement.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Nicholas House Inc. for its longstanding commitment to serving families experiencing homelessness and honoring the Dream Builders Event on April 23, 2026; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 1098 formally honors Helen Odessa Dixon Davenport on her 100th birthday and acknowledges her passing at age 98. The resolution recognizes her life achievements, including her work as an educator, her service during World War II, and her community involvement in Jonesboro, Georgia. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to the Davenport family.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service. It directly affects Senator Harbison by acknowledging his leadership, integrity, and dedication to the citizens of Georgia. The key provision is a formal commendation from the Senate to honor his contributions and congratulate him on his retirement. The resolution also directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison.

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 summarySenate Resolution 1106 formally recognizes and commends Laura James for her long-term service and leadership with The UPS Foundation. The resolution highlights her specific achievements, such as coordinating coat drives that provided over 50,000 coats and organizing more than 40 volunteer events. This legislative action serves as an official tribute to her career and congratulates her on her retirement.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Hampton ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for the total amount of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that city who have resided at such homestead for at least five years; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; 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.