Sen. Harold Jones

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Pastor Dr. Brad Whitt for his 30 years of pastoral service and leadership. The bill honors his work leading congregations in Tennessee, Ohio, and South Carolina, including his current role at Abilene Baptist Church, where he has helped grow the church and establish community programs. It also acknowledges his service as president of the South Carolina Baptist Convention's Pastors' Conference and his authorship of three books on faith. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to Pastor Whitt.

A RESOLUTION commending the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. and the 100 Black Men of America Inc. and recognizing March 10, 2026, as their Joint Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day to honor Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations in the state. It acknowledges the significant contributions of these institutions and organizations to education, leadership development, and community advancement across Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the document to the public and press, but it does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis Georgia state resolution establishes a temporary committee to replace the state's existing statue of Alexander Hamilton Stephens in the National Statuary Hall Collection with a new statue of former President Jimmy Carter. The eight-member committee, appointed by state officials, will select a sculptor, design the new statue, and secure private funding to cover all costs including creation, transportation, and a dedication ceremony. Once the new statue is approved by federal authorities, the old Stephens statue will be moved to a location designated by the committee within Georgia. The committee will dissolve on December 1, 2026, after completing the replacement process.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding torts, so as to provide a cause of action against the knowing and unauthorized use of an individual's photograph or image together with representations of nudity or sexually explicit conduct; to provide for stays of such causes of action; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5 of Chapter 2 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to service creditable toward retirement benefits, so as to provide for creditable service for certain military service; to provide for application and payment; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Greenbrier High School girls flag football team for winning the 2025 GHSA Division 2 State Flag Football Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the restaurant industry of Georgia and recognizing March 10, 2026, as State Restaurant Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Wanda D. Hollis and designates May 24, 2026, as I Am Enough Empowerment Day. The legislation recognizes Hollis as the founder of the I Am Enough movement, which focuses on building confidence and personal growth through community events. It also acknowledges the upcoming I Am Enough Empowerment Expo scheduled for that date, which will feature speakers and leaders focused on self-worth and empowerment. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the document to the public and media.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution recognizes the significant disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black women and acknowledges the need for healthcare improvements to achieve health equity. It highlights that Black women in Georgia are nearly three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than non-Hispanic white women, despite factors like access to care and socioeconomic status not fully explaining this gap. The resolution calls attention to systemic issues such as racial bias in healthcare, the closure of rural labor and delivery units, and the importance of supporting services like doula care. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of these statistics and the need for future action.