Sen. Harold Jones

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that honors the life and memory of Samuel C. Peterson, a veteran and community leader who recently passed away. The measure formally recognizes his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and his decades of civic involvement with the NAACP and St. Luke AME Church. By adopting this resolution, the Senate expresses its condolences to Peterson's family and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to them.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Elena Parent for her public service as she retires from the Georgia State Senate. It highlights her leadership roles, such as chairing the Senate Democratic Caucus, and her committee memberships in education, judiciary, and other areas. The resolution also acknowledges her community involvement and expresses congratulations on her retirement.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates Robert "Bob" Willis on his 100th birthday. The bill recognizes his extensive service as a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II and his decades of leadership within the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Willis as a gesture of appreciation for his life achievements and family contributions. This measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change affecting public programs or laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends the Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World for its long history of community service and education. The document highlights the organization's growth since its founding in 1898, noting its large membership and various programs focused on youth development and civil liberties. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the organization as an official acknowledgment of their contributions. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to the group's achievements.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Nicholas House Inc. for its longstanding commitment to serving families experiencing homelessness and honoring the Dream Builders Event on April 23, 2026; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service. It directly affects Senator Harbison by acknowledging his leadership, integrity, and dedication to the citizens of Georgia. The key provision is a formal commendation from the Senate to honor his contributions and congratulate him on his retirement. The resolution also directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Freddie Powell Sims for her public service. It honors her contributions to the Georgia State Senate, including her leadership in various committees and her work on education and infrastructure projects. The resolution also congratulates her on her retirement and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to her.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Deaundra 'Deedee' Metzger for her achievements in the entertainment industry and community service. It highlights her work as a hairstylist on television and film, her awards from the NAACP Image Awards, and her leadership roles in organizations like the Leading Beauty Industry Awards and Banneker Class of 1989. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Metzger as an official acknowledgment of her contributions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of property, so as to authorize certain local governing authorities to provide temporary tax relief from the taxes levied for the harvest or sale of standing timber in certain disaster areas;to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title and legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 11 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to pleadings and motions, so as to authorize movants to file notices of uncontested motions in superior courts and state courts; to provide for uncontested motions to be deemed granted; to provide for review by chief judge of any judge with two uncontested motions deemed granted on his or her docket; to require management reports regarding each such review; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.