Sen. Larry Walker

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 11, 2025, as "Georgia Farm Bureau Federation Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation's history since 1937 and its role representing Georgia agriculture through its 158 county chapters and 235,000+ member farmers. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions; it is purely ceremonial, directing the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to the Farm Bureau. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or government operations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 120) honoring Linda J. Davidson upon her retirement. It recognizes her 7+ years as executive director of the Alzheimer's Association Georgia Chapter, highlighting her leadership in expanding services for over 150,000 Georgians living with dementia. The resolution specifically commends her work with the Alzheimer's Association, United Way, and American Cancer Association, noting her "exceptional leadership" and "unyielding commitment." As a purely symbolic gesture with no policy changes, it does not affect laws, funding, or regulations.

Maddy summarySR 125 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia (SILCGA), a nonprofit organization established under federal law to support people with disabilities. It commends SILCGA for its work developing state plans, removing societal barriers, operating community centers, and advancing accessibility in housing, healthcare, education, and transportation. The resolution has no new policy requirements or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial. Adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025, it formally honors SILCGA's service to Georgians with disabilities and their families.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 126) formally recognizes February 13, 2025, as World Refugee Day at the Georgia state capitol. It honors the contributions of immigrants and refugees to Georgia’s economy, workforce, and community, citing their roles in key sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture, as well as their tax contributions and pandemic-era frontline service. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of these groups' impact on the state. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 31-8-9.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to eligibility to receive tax credits, so as to revise the definition of "rural hospital organization"; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 104) designates February 10, 2025, as "Georgia Hearing Day" to raise public awareness about hearing health. It recognizes the importance of hearing care, citing statistics on hearing loss impacts (like reduced income and underutilized hearing aids), but does not create new laws or funding. The resolution encourages Georgians to seek regular hearing checks from licensed professionals like audiologists. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct policy or financial impact on individuals or programs.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution designates April 30, 2025, as No-Kill Awareness Day at the Georgia state capitol. It aims to raise public awareness about pet adoption and the "no-kill" philosophy in animal shelters, which seeks to save at least 90% of shelter animals. The resolution does not create new laws or obligations but symbolically recognizes efforts to promote shelter adoptions and reduce euthanasia rates.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 113) formally honors Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their healthcare contributions. It recognizes their long history in Georgia (since 1916), their role in providing anesthesia services across all medical settings - including critical care in rural areas where they serve as the primary anesthesia providers for many hospitals and obstetric care. The resolution has no policy or funding changes; it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of their work. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2025.

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 83) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Morehouse School of Medicine on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the institution's founding in 1978, its role in training over 3,000 students (including 1,867 physicians), and its focus on diversifying healthcare and serving underserved communities in Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's praise through a formal statement. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected beyond the school receiving recognition.