Sen. Derek Mallow

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 409), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Darren Myles, a high school football coach with 18 seasons at Atlanta schools, for his leadership, community service, and role in mentoring athletes who have pursued professional careers (including the NFL). The resolution specifically cites his 2024 Atlanta Falcons Coach of the Year award and his dedication to students. It has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the Senate’s commendation and directs a copy be sent to Myles.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 395) passed by the Georgia Senate to recognize and commend Sheriff Melody M. Maddox for her 20+ years of law enforcement service. It highlights her career milestones, including becoming the first female chief of police at Georgia Piedmont Technical College and later serving as DeKalb County's 50th sheriff. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses the Senate's appreciation for her contributions to public safety and community service. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or agencies beyond this formal acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 398) ceremonially recognizes March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" in Georgia. It honors the historical and ongoing contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health, particularly in addressing racial disparities in care. The resolution highlights their role in community-based care, the challenges they face (including systemic barriers and lack of recognition), and their importance in reducing Black maternal mortality. It does not create new policies, funding, or legal changes - only serves as a symbolic acknowledgment. The resolution specifically references Georgia-based midwives and organizations like the Accreditation Commission of Community Midwives Education and the Bellies to Babies Foundation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally commends Dr. Kevin James for restoring Morris Brown College's accreditation after nearly two decades, securing federal funding eligibility, and leading significant academic and financial improvements as the college's 19th president. It recognizes his 23 years of leadership in higher education, including expanding enrollment and strategic planning at this historically Black college. The resolution is ceremonial with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents, serving only to honor his contributions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to create the Port Wentworth Convention and Visitors Bureau Authority; to provide for a short title; to provide for the appointment, terms, removal, and compensation of authority members; to provide for officers of the authority; to provide for an executive director and employees; to provide for meetings, quorums, and majorities; to provide for the duties and powers of the authority; to provide for tax statutes of the authority; to limit liabilities; to provide for budget oversight; to authorize the use of hotel-motel tax proceeds to fund the authority; to provide for inspections; to place limitations on authority contracts, agreements, obligations, and indebtedness; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 is a ceremonial resolution (SR 360) passed by the Georgia Senate to formally recognize and commend Tyler Perry for his career achievements. It highlights his work as a filmmaker, playwright, author, and entrepreneur - creating over 24 films, 20 stage plays, 17 TV series, and books - while emphasizing his contributions to Georgia's economy through Tyler Perry Studios, which created over 400 jobs. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes; it is purely symbolic, expressing the Senate's appreciation for his cultural impact and economic contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 359) dedicates a specific segment of State Route 92 in Douglas County - between Interstate 20 and Riverside Parkway - as "Perry Parkway" to honor Tyler Perry. It directs Georgia's Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage identifying the road under this new name. The bill does not create new laws, taxes, or obligations; it is a purely ceremonial designation recognizing Perry's contributions to Georgia through his entertainment career and community philanthropy. The resolution affects only the road's official name and signage, with no broader policy impact.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 362) passed by the Senate to formally commend Olori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom. It recognizes her work as a lawyer, philanthropist, and founder of initiatives like Elevate Africa and the Royal Iwere Foundation, which focus on education, women's empowerment, STEM programs, and cultural preservation across Africa. The resolution does not create new laws or policies - it simply honors her contributions through a formal Senate statement and directs a copy be sent to her. It was adopted by the Senate on March 10, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 361) is a ceremonial Senate measure expressing condolences for the passing of Angela Laverne Stone, a Georgia-based musician and entertainer. It commemorates her career as a Gospel singer, member of the hip-hop group The Sequence, and solo artist with multiple gold albums and Grammy nominations. The resolution formally honors her contributions to music, including her work in R&B, neo-soul, and Broadway (notably in *Chicago*), and acknowledges her legacy as a "pioneering force" in the industry. As a non-binding tribute, it does not create new policies or affect any laws or individuals.