Sen. John Kennedy

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 214) honoring Phillip Hampton Sims, a Tyrone, Georgia resident who passed away on February 7, 2025. It recognizes his life, including his 26-year service as a College Park Fire Department firefighter, his family business S&S Glass, and his community contributions. The resolution expresses the Senate's deepest condolences to his family and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to them. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents or laws, it does not affect any programs or regulations.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Association of Georgia General Aviation Airports as an industry association for general aviation airports in the State of Georgia and its corporate affiliates; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 199) is a ceremonial Senate measure congratulating the Peach County School System on its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the school system's service to 3,866 students in Fort Valley and Byron, Georgia, including its 93.4% graduation rate, and acknowledges its role in preparing students for lifelong achievement. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal congratulations and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to the school system. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or alter funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 189) formally recognizes Mercer University and designates February 20, 2025, as "Mercer University Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It commends the university for its 192 years of educational service in Georgia, including its campus in Macon, its 12 schools enrolling over 9,200 students, and its community impact. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it is purely ceremonial, honoring the university's contributions to Georgia.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 95) names Georgia's new legislative office complex the "Sonny Perdue Legislative Building" to honor former Governor Sonny Perdue's lifetime of public service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a ceremonial designation for a physical building. The resolution cites Perdue's service as Georgia's first Republican governor since Reconstruction, his role as U.S. Agriculture Secretary, and his current position as Chancellor of the University System of Georgia. The building will serve as the new home for Georgia's state legislators.

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 firearms, ammunition, gun safes, and related accessories during an 11 day period each year; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 26, 2025, as "Pace Day" at the Florida Capitol to honor the Pace Center for Girls. It recognizes the organization's work since 1985 providing free academic, counseling, and life skills services to girls in juvenile justice systems across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. The resolution formally acknowledges the Pace Center's nationally recognized model that supports girls impacted by trauma through gender-responsive programs. The bill does not create new policies or affect any specific legislation - it is purely a ceremonial recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 19, 2025, as Macon Day at the state capitol and commending and congratulating Leadership Macon; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 162) formally recognizes Shermet Sims, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who received Georgia's "LPN of the Year" award from the Georgia Health Care Association. It commends her contributions to long-term and post-acute care for elderly and disabled Georgians, highlighting her dedication and compassion in serving vulnerable residents. The Senate adopted the resolution to honor her work and extend best wishes for her continued health and happiness. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 156) recognizing Keshia Spires, a Georgia social service case manager who received the EDWCM Social Service Case Manager of the Year award. It formally commends her work supporting elderly and disabled Georgians in long-term care through the Georgia Health Care Association's honors program. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation for her contributions. It was adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2025.