Sen. Lee Anderson

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 of Chapter 9 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to fraud and related offenses, so as to exempt certain for profit organizations from the term "credit repair services organization"; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 16 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to death investigations, so as to require coroners and medical examiners to include microscopic and toxicology studies and immunization records in the investigation of a sudden and unexpected death of a child; to amend Code Section 31-12-3.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to vaccination registry, reporting requirements, maintenance, and use of information, so as to allow coroners and medical examiners to access vaccination records; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 801) formally recognizes March 18, 2026, as "Georgia Alpha Gamma Rho Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It honors the Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity at the University of Georgia, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2027. The resolution acknowledges the chapter's long history since 1927, its role in agricultural leadership development, and its contributions to Georgia's agricultural economy. The Senate directs the Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the Alpha Eta Chapter.

A RESOLUTION urging the Department of Public Health to conduct a study on the relationship between sudden unexpected deaths of infants and children, ages two and under, and the administration of vaccinations; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 818 formally recognizes Commissioner Walter Rabon of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources as the recipient of the 2026 Conservation Trailblazer Award from the Dallas Safari Club. The resolution highlights his decades-long career in wildlife conservation, including roles as a Conservation Ranger, Deputy Commissioner, and current Commissioner, as well as his leadership in initiatives like the DNR Career Academy and Outdoors Beyond Barriers. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions to protecting Georgia's natural resources and expanding outdoor access opportunities for all citizens.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 814) formally recognizes and commends Kay Pippin for her public service as Jackson, Georgia's mayor and her prior roles with the Georgia Association of Educators and Henry County Chamber of Commerce. It highlights her achievements including infrastructure projects, securing $8 million in grants, and community leadership, but does not create any new laws or policies. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact on constituents. The Senate adopted it on February 19, 2026, to honor her contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 815) is a symbolic recognition, not a law. It formally designates February 23, 2026, as "Georgia Hearing Day" at the state capitol to raise public awareness about hearing health. The resolution cites statistics on hearing loss impacts (like cognitive decline and income effects) and promotes seeking care from licensed professionals like audiologists. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 19, 2026, and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute the resolution publicly.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to mental health, so as to provide for the licensing and regulation of recovery residences; to provide for minimum standards; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for applications for licensing; to provide for provisional licensing; to provide for compliance; to provide for the denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses; to provide for enforcement actions; to provide for confidentiality; to provide for inspections; to provide for procedures and penalties relating to unlicensed recovery residences; to provide for definitions; to provide for conforming changes; to provide legislative findings; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to the juvenile code, so as to require the recording of all proceedings under the juvenile code; to establish the right of parties to obtain a full and complete record of proceedings under the juvenile code; to establish the right of the Department of Human Services to obtain a full and complete record of proceedings under the juvenile code in which it has been permitted to participate by the juvenile court; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding elections and primaries, so as to provide for certain nonresident electors to vote in municipal elections of such municipality; to provide for a definition; to provide for the eligibility and manner of voting in municipal elections by nonresident electors; to provide for procedures for registration and voting by such nonresident electors; to provide for certain rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.