Sen. Lee Anderson

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to animal protection generally, so as to strengthen protections for dogs possessed for breeding purposes; to provide a definition; to expand minimum standards of care applicable to dog breeders; to limit the total number of dogs that may be possessed for breeding purposes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 12 and 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to conservation and natural resources and state government, respectively, so as to reserve to the state certain PFAS claims; to provide for enforcement of such claims by the division; to provide for definitions; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for the receipt and administration of lawsuit and settlement proceeds by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority; to provide for reporting; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings and intent; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 9-11-23 and Article 7 of Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to class actions and miscellaneous local administrative provisions relative to ad valorem taxation of property, respectively, so as to prohibit class action suits by taxpayers for refunds; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the benefits and contributions of purebred dogs to the State of Georgia and recognizing May 1, 2026, as Georgia Purebred Dog Day; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the 1980 and 2026 United States Olympic Men's Hockey Teams for their historic achievements and contributions to national unity; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 827 is a symbolic resolution honoring Georgia's retirees and the Georgia State Retirees Association (GSRA), a nonprofit founded in 2006 that advocates for over 50,000 state employees and educators regarding retirement and health benefits. The resolution recognizes GSRA's work in promoting retirement security, health insurance, and educational opportunities for state workforce members. It does not create new policies, funding, or legal obligations - only expressing legislative appreciation for the association's advocacy. This is a ceremonial gesture with no direct impact on beneficiaries or state programs.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 833) recognizing former Mayor Willie E. Burns of Washington, Georgia, for his public service. It formally commends his leadership as Washington's first Black mayor (elected 2003), his work founding the Wilkes County Community Development Corporation, creating affordable housing, and building a community event venue, along with his military service and community involvement. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal praise and is directed to Burns personally. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate resolution (SR 828) expressing condolences for the passing of Darvin Eason, a Georgia resident recognized for his agricultural leadership and humanitarian work in Haiti. The resolution honors his life, noting his roles as a Georgia Agribusiness Council leader, Haiti water project volunteer, and recipient of awards like "Progressive Farmer Magazine's Man of the Year." It formally expresses the Senate's regret at his death and directs the Senate Secretary to share a copy with his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically recognizes May 2, 2026, as "Stilettos on Steel Day" and "International Female Ride Day" in Georgia. It honors the Newnan chapter of Stilettos on Steel, a female motorcycle organization, for hosting an all-female ride event with proceeds supporting bicycle donations for teenage girls through the Coweta County Sheriff's Department. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, acknowledging community service and the group's annual event.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to property, so as to prohibit the placement of wheel restraints on trespassing motor vehicles; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.