Sen. Blake Tillery

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to increase the maximum acreage to qualify for assessment and taxation as a bona fide conservation use property; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates Butts County on its 200th anniversary of founding (established in 1825) and acknowledges its historical role as an agricultural community that evolved into a regional hub for industry, technology, tourism, and film production. The Senate recognizes the county's contributions to Georgia's economic and cultural landscape, including its natural attractions, outdoor recreation focus, and film industry growth. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies publicly, serving as a symbolic gesture without enacting new laws or policies.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mr. David A. Cook for his service to the Georgia State Senate and the State of Georgia as well as congratulating him upon the grand occasion of his retirement; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-5-7.4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to preferential assessment for bona fide conservation use property and bona fide residential transitional property, so as to increase the maximum acreage to qualify for assessment and taxation as a bona fide conservation use property; to provide for related matters; to provide for a contingent effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week at Georgia’s state capitol. It symbolically recognizes the impact of multiple sclerosis (affecting nearly 1 million people in the U.S.) and acknowledges the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s work. The resolution encourages Georgians to learn about MS and support those affected by the disease and their families. It has no binding policy effects or funding changes - it is purely a ceremonial observance.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Toombs County High School soccer team for winning the 2023 GHSA Class AA State Soccer Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 29) commending Coach Jeremy Moore for his work leading Toombs County High School's boys soccer team to its first state championship in 2023 and for being named 2023 Georgia Athletic Coaches Association Division 2A Coach of the Year. The resolution formally recognizes his leadership, dedication to student-athletes, and role as a community role model. It does not create new policies, allocate funding, or impose obligations - it solely expresses the Senate's honor through written commendation. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 27, 2025.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Toombs County High School football team for winning the 2024 GHSA Class A Division 1 State Football Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 20) formally recognizes retired Judge F. Gates Peed for his 42-year career with the Georgia State Bar and his service as Chief Judge of the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit, including his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and regional population growth. It commends his "efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service" and extends well-wishes following his 2024 retirement. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on January 17, 2025, with no substantive policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 26) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor the late Bryce Alan Johnson, a former Tifton Judicial Circuit District Attorney who died on December 2, 2024. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences and commemorates his life, highlighting his career in law and politics, community involvement, family, and personal interests. It does not create any new laws or policies - it is solely a formal expression of respect for a public servant. The Senate adopted the resolution on January 17, 2025.