Sen. Harold Jones

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 441) urges Georgia state agencies to develop strategies for attracting federal workers displaced by agency relocations, particularly those affected by changes in federal employment patterns. It specifically encourages state departments to create incentives for these workers to join Georgia's public and private workforce, referencing Atlanta's established federal presence like the CDC headquarters. The resolution has no legal force but calls for state departments to explore ways to support displaced federal employees and promote Georgia as a location for federal investment. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic call to action for state agencies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 446) is a ceremonial Senate measure designating November 2025 as "Veterans Month" in Georgia. It honors veterans' service and sacrifices without creating new laws or altering policies. The resolution encourages Georgians to engage in activities recognizing veterans but does not impose obligations or provide funding. It follows the tradition of Veterans Day (observed November 11) but extends recognition to the entire month. As a symbolic gesture, it directly affects public awareness and community activities, not legal rights or government programs.

Maddy summarySR 440 is a Senate resolution recognizing Tricia Gephardt for her volunteer work, public service career, and community leadership in Georgia, including her role on Capitol Hill, founding The Postcard Project, and contributions to education and youth development. Adopted by the Senate on March 25, 2025, the resolution formally honors her efforts without creating legal obligations or affecting any policies. It does not impose requirements or change laws but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her civic engagement.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Bethann Frillman for her 20+ years of community service in DeKalb County, including her work on voter protection efforts and election process improvements. The resolution formally commends her career achievements as a business owner, former Fortune 100 executive, and volunteer leader, but contains no policy changes or binding obligations. It is purely symbolic, with no legislative impact beyond honoring her contributions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 451) formally recognizing WCLK Jazz 91.9, a radio station based at Clark Atlanta University. The resolution commends the station for its 50-year contributions to Georgia's jazz community, cultural preservation, and media education since its 1974 launch. It specifically highlights WCLK's role in training students, supporting jazz artists, and promoting jazz as an American art form. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the Senate's formal appreciation for the station's work.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 428) formally recognizes and commends the Lopez family for their advocacy following a difficult legal experience, including false accusations that led to lost custody of their children. It specifically acknowledges their role in inspiring Georgia Senate Bill 259, which updated procedures for child abuse/neglect investigations. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic tribute adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 21, 2025, and does not create new laws or alter existing ones. It honors their efforts to improve the legal system for other families facing similar challenges.

A RESOLUTION commending the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. and the 100 Black Men of America Inc. and recognizing March 25, 2025, as their Joint Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 426) congratulating musician AverySunshine (Denise Nicole White) on winning the Best Progressive R&B Album award for her album *So Glad to Know You*. It formally recognizes her musical career, background, and achievements, including her work with the Gospel and R&B duo DaisyRew and performances with artists like Tyler Perry. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic expression of support from the Senate. It was adopted by the Senate on March 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Georgia Senate resolution (SR 411) commends Handy Johnson Jr. for his decades of community leadership, including founding the West End Neighborhood Development organization and becoming the first African American to earn a landscape architecture master's from the University of Georgia. It does not create new laws or policies, as it is a purely symbolic gesture of recognition for his service to Atlanta's West End neighborhood and statewide planning efforts. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 403), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends Valerie Taylor, a Georgia cancer survivor and advocate, for her work raising awareness about Medicaid coverage gaps affecting cancer patients. The resolution highlights her personal experience with blood cancer and breast cancer, her advocacy efforts with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), and her role in inspiring policy changes for equitable healthcare access. The Senate adopted this resolution on March 20, 2025, to honor her contributions.