Sen. John Kennedy

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 94), not a law. It formally commends David Escott "Scotty" Ferber for earning the Eagle Scout rank - the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America - after completing a rigorous program and demonstrating leadership. The resolution highlights his specific accomplishments, including leading a community project installing band lockers at North Forsyth Middle School. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on policy or individuals, serving only to recognize his personal achievement.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," so as to provide certain protections for veterans and other eligible persons applying for benefits; to provide for limitations; to provide for violations; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating John Coen upon his induction to the Roswell High School Hall of Fame as well as the Georgia Dugout Baseball Hall of Fame; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Kathy Hogan Trocheck, who is also recognized internationally under the pen name Mary Kay Andrews; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 77) congratulating Great Dane, a Savannah, Georgia-based trailer manufacturer, on its 125th anniversary of founding. The resolution recognizes the company's historical contributions, including developing refrigerated trailers for produce transport, supplying trailers during WWII, and supporting industries with reliable equipment. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions - it solely offers formal recognition through a Senate resolution. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 3, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Great Dane.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 74) formally recognizes and thanks interfaith organizations and volunteers who provided disaster cleanup assistance after Hurricane Helene in Georgia. It specifically highlights their work, including over one million volunteer hours contributed by tens of thousands of people from multiple states to clear debris, repair homes, and support affected residents. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but encourages continued community collaboration for future disaster response. It directly affects the interfaith groups and volunteers acknowledged, with copies distributed to their leaders. The Senate passed it unanimously in February 2025 as a ceremonial gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 83) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Morehouse School of Medicine on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the institution's founding in 1978, its role in training over 3,000 students (including 1,867 physicians), and its focus on diversifying healthcare and serving underserved communities in Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's praise through a formal statement. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected beyond the school receiving recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 76) honoring Robert L. Strother as the 2023-2024 Georgia Logger of the Year. It recognizes his three-generation logging family legacy, leadership of Strother Timber Company, and contributions to Georgia's forestry community, including industry awards, community engagement, and supporting forestry education. The resolution contains no policy changes or obligations - it simply extends formal congratulations and best wishes to Strother through a symbolic Senate resolution. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 81) formally congratulates the Dalton State College men's golf team for winning the 2024 NAIA National Golf Championship. It recognizes their season record of eight tournament wins, defeating 131 teams, and highlights five players earning NAIA All-American honors, including one historic Academic All-American. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture by the Senate to honor the team’s achievement. The Senate authorized distributing a copy of the resolution to the team, with no binding requirements or changes to laws.