Sen. Gail Davenport

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 148) passed by the Georgia Senate in March 2025. It formally recognizes and commends Taiwan for its relations with both the United States and the State of Georgia. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it is a non-binding expression of support. As a resolution, it directly affects Georgia's official stance but has no legal effect on U.S. foreign policy or Taiwan's status.

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.

Maddy summarySR 380 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring Leisa Powers, a Decatur community leader and longtime member of the Decatur Education Foundation. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on March 13, 2025, expresses condolences to her family and recognizes her professional career at Cox Enterprises, her work supporting children's education, and her dedication to community and family in Decatur. It does not create new laws or policies but formally commemorates her life and legacy through a ceremonial Senate statement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 389) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) on its 25th anniversary. It recognizes the festival's role in fostering cultural understanding through film, highlighting its growth from 1,900 attendees in 2000 to over 38,600 by 2015. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply honors the AJFF's contributions to community dialogue and the arts. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in March 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 387) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Chit Chat Communications. It formally recognizes the organization's 14th annual "Celebrating Women of Color..." program, which provides empowerment events for women and girls (ages 11-65) through networking, speeches, and cultural activities during Women's History Month. The resolution has no policy impact or financial obligation - it solely expresses the Senate's appreciation for the program's community contributions.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mrs. Valarie Wilson on her outstanding public service as a the Executive Director of the Georgia School Boards Association; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Investigator Eric Anthony Minix, a Coweta County Sheriff's Department investigator who died in the line of duty on January 4, 2024, by dedicating a specific road segment in his memory. It designates the portion of State Route 16 between State Routes 14 and 54 in Coweta County as the "Investigator Eric Anthony Minix Highway." The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for the highway and provides copies to Minix's family and the Department. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or funding impact beyond naming the road.

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.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 368) recognizing Irish Minister Dara Calleary for his public service. It formally commends him for his roles as Minister for Social Protection and Rural Development, his 17-year tenure as a member of Ireland's parliament (Teachta Dála for Mayo), and his prior government positions. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely serves to acknowledge his career through a formal Senate commendation. It was adopted by the Senate on March 11, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 354) honoring the late Catherine Ann Smith, a Democratic political organizer and community activist who passed away on February 25, 2025. The resolution commemorates her life, noting her work in Michigan and Georgia with the Democratic Party and her dedication to progressive causes. It expresses the Georgia Senate's "deepest and most sincere regret" at her passing and directs that a copy be provided to her family. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact and directly affects no individuals through legislative action.