Sen. Larry Walker

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 768) formally recognizes and commends the Red Star Foundation for its work addressing suicide prevention among military personnel, veterans, and first responders. It does not create new policies or allocate funds - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the foundation's efforts. The resolution highlights the foundation's programs, such as peer support networks and public awareness initiatives, aimed at reducing suicide rates in these communities. It directly affects the Red Star Foundation by publicly honoring its contributions, with no direct impact on affected individuals or new legislative changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 773) designates February 9-13, 2026, as "Georgia Donor Week" at the state capitol. It symbolically recognizes the importance of organ and tissue donation by honoring donors, their families, and healthcare teams supporting transplantation. The resolution encourages Georgians to learn about organ donation but does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or entities. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal force beyond raising awareness.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 745) recognizing Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their service. It commends CRNAs for providing anesthesia care in all medical settings across Georgia, especially in rural areas where they serve as the primary anesthesia providers in many hospitals and for obstetric care. The resolution highlights CRNAs' role in delivering over 50 million anesthetics annually nationwide and their critical support for rural communities, where they often serve as the only anesthesia providers. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or change policy.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 3 of Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sale or distribution of harmful materials to minors, so as to repeal an exemption for libraries and librarians from the provisions of Code Section 16-12-103, relating to selling, loaning, distributing, or exhibiting materials harmful to minors; to provide that any violation of such Code section shall be a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature when committed knowingly; to provide for a defense for librarians who make good faith attempts to identify and remove material harmful to minors; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Jesse and Emily Cole, the Savannah Bananas baseball team, and the Bananas Foster nonprofit for their national campaign to raise awareness about foster care. It recognizes their efforts in highlighting Georgia's 9,500 children in foster care through media coverage and their "Bananas Foster Family" program, which provides foster families with game-day experiences. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's gratitude for their work in promoting foster parenting opportunities without creating new laws or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 712) passed by the Georgia Senate to symbolically recognize the 52nd anniversary of the Consulate-General of Japan in Atlanta. It highlights Georgia-Japan economic ties (including $8.33 billion in trade and 700 Japanese-affiliated offices), cultural exchanges (like Japan Fest and school language programs), and diplomatic visits. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the Senate’s recognition of the consulate’s role in strengthening Georgia-Japan relations. As a procedural resolution, it does not directly affect any individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate resolution (SR 713), not a substantive bill. It formally honors the life and memory of Schley Louis "Big Louie" Perry, Jr., a Georgia farmer and agricultural advocate who passed away in November 2025. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and recognizes his lifelong contributions to Georgia agriculture, including his work with the Georgia Farm Bureau, advocacy for farmers, and community service. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding Senate resolution (SR 711) recognizing Spectrum News Georgia for its launch and commitment to local news coverage in Georgia. The resolution honors the network for investing in community-focused journalism, including neighborhood-specific content and on-the-ground reporting across the state. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Senate in February 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 11, 2026, as National Guard Day at the Georgia state capitol to honor the Georgia National Guard's service. It recognizes the Guard's contributions to homeland defense, emergency response, and deployments since 2001, including their 2025 support for border security and the nation's capital. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves as a ceremonial honor, directing the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies to the public and press. It does not impose new requirements or affect any individuals or organizations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 695) commending the Georgia Aquarium for its 20th anniversary. It recognizes the aquarium as a major cultural institution, tourist attraction, and leader in education, animal welfare, and conservation since opening in 2005. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal praise for the aquarium’s community and environmental contributions. (Note: This is a procedural resolution, not a bill with legislative changes.)