Sen. Larry Walker

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 of Chapter 9 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to fraud and related offenses, so as to exempt certain for profit organizations from the term "credit repair services organization"; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 818 formally recognizes Commissioner Walter Rabon of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources as the recipient of the 2026 Conservation Trailblazer Award from the Dallas Safari Club. The resolution highlights his decades-long career in wildlife conservation, including roles as a Conservation Ranger, Deputy Commissioner, and current Commissioner, as well as his leadership in initiatives like the DNR Career Academy and Outdoors Beyond Barriers. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions to protecting Georgia's natural resources and expanding outdoor access opportunities for all citizens.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 814) formally recognizes and commends Kay Pippin for her public service as Jackson, Georgia's mayor and her prior roles with the Georgia Association of Educators and Henry County Chamber of Commerce. It highlights her achievements including infrastructure projects, securing $8 million in grants, and community leadership, but does not create any new laws or policies. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact on constituents. The Senate adopted it on February 19, 2026, to honor her contributions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not substantive legislation) recognizing Audrey Kittila as Miss Georgia 2025. It formally commends her for winning the Miss Georgia title, placing 3rd Runner-Up at Miss America 2026, and founding "Education for All," a community initiative supporting K-12 students through literacy programs and mentorship. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect; it is solely a symbolic gesture of praise from the Georgia Senate. The Senate adopted it on February 18, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 33 and Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to insurance and revenue and taxation, respectively, so as to reduce the personal income tax rate; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits relative to income taxes, so as to reduce the personal income tax rate; to revise provisions relative to annual reductions of the income tax; to reduce the rates of taxation on corporate and partnership income; to increase the amount of the standard deduction from state taxable income for individuals; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 765) is a symbolic gesture recognizing and commending law enforcement officers in Georgia and the U.S. It does not create new laws or allocate funding. The resolution cites statistics about officer safety, casualties, and mental health challenges to honor current and fallen officers, and to support their well-being. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate with no binding policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 766) formally recognizes the St. Marys Submarine Museum on its 30th anniversary. It commemorates the museum's founding in 1996 and its role in preserving submarine history, including its service to Naval Base Kings Bay personnel, midshipmen, and submarine veterans. The Senate resolution encourages Georgians to visit the museum, which is located in a historic downtown St. Marys building and is part of Georgia's WWII Heritage Trail. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but publicly honors the museum's community impact and historical significance.

Maddy summarySR 774 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February 25, 2026, as "Charter Schools Day" at Georgia's state capitol. It acknowledges Georgia's charter school history (since 1993), current operations (96 schools serving 65,000 students across all 159 counties), and a Stanford study showing charter school students outperformed peers in reading and math. The resolution does not create new policies or alter funding - it solely commemorates charter schools' role and their 21,000 students on waitlists. This is a symbolic gesture with no direct impact on legislation or school operations.

A RESOLUTION commending the Georgia Building Authority, Garbutt Construction, SG Contracting, Balfour Beatty, and Nelson Architecture Engineers for their exemplary work on the restoration and remodeling of the historic Georgia Senate Chamber; and for other purposes.