Sen. Derek Mallow

A BILL to be entitled an Act to create the City of Tybee Island Building and Public Facilities Authority; to provide that the authority is a body corporate and politic and an instrumentality of the State of Georgia; to provide that this Act shall be liberally construed; to define the scope of the authority's operation; to provide for disposition of property upon dissolution of the authority; to provide for severability; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 556) recognizing Bishop Pierce Moore Jr. for his 16-year pastoral service at Savannah Deliverance Center and his community leadership. It formally commends him for his spiritual guidance, church growth, and outreach efforts across the coastal region. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on April 4, 2025, has no policy impact - it solely honors Bishop Moore personally and his church through a formal Senate commendation. No specific groups or policies are affected by this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 536) formally recognizing Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs for his service on the Georgia Supreme Court. It commemorates his career, including his 2022 election as chief justice, his 2024 re-election, and his upcoming resignation effective March 31, 2025. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no binding requirements or direct effects on citizens or laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 555) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Dr. Quentina M. Miller-Fields, a Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Director of Student Affairs. It recognizes her decades of service as an educator and community leader, including her work supporting youth through programs like the Male Readiness Camp and her advocacy for at-risk students. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it solely expresses the Senate's formal appreciation for her contributions to education and community development. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding effect or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-150 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to eligibility for enrollment under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide that certain students whose parents or guardians are on active duty in the United States armed forces are eligible for enrollment in the public school of the attendance zone in which they intend to reside regardless of whether they have entered into a lease, purchased a house, or otherwise secured housing within such attendance zone; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 531 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Freedom, the live bald eagle mascot of Georgia Southern University. The resolution recognizes Freedom - a rescued male Southern bald eagle with a permanent beak injury - who served as the university's mascot since 2004, inspiring thousands through sporting events, educational programs, and community appearances. It commemorates his role in promoting wildlife conservation and university spirit, following his passing on March 29, 2025. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution has no policy impact and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Georgia Southern University.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 518) recognizing Ascend Church for its third anniversary. It formally commends the church for its community service and religious work, as described in the resolution's "whereas" clauses. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic acknowledgment by the Senate. It does not impact any laws, funding, or individuals beyond issuing this formal commendation to the church.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 514) formally recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2025, as World Autism Awareness Day. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote inclusion for individuals with autism. The resolution highlights the importance of early intervention and support services while shifting focus from awareness to acceptance. It was adopted by the Senate on April 2, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies to the public and press.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Georgia's working women for their contributions toward building strong families and supporting the Georgia Economy; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate Study Committee focused on examining unscrupulous companion animal breeding practices, such as puppy mills and backyard breeding operations. The committee, composed of five appointed Senate members, will study issues including animal welfare concerns, enforcement gaps in existing laws, and impacts on shelters and communities. It will issue recommendations by December 1, 2025, but does not enact new laws or directly affect any specific group. As a procedural resolution, it solely establishes a study body with no immediate policy changes.