Sen. Rick Williams

Maddy summarySR 246 is a Senate resolution commending former President Donald J. Trump. It includes an amendment stating that "President Trump’s supporters want him to explore whether there is a legal option for him to run for a third term." As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws, affect policies, or change any legal obligations. It serves only to express legislative support without implementing any concrete policy change.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 27, 2025, as "City of Thomasville Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the city's historical significance, including its founding in 1825, connections to figures like General Jett Thomas and General Lloyd Austin, and its status as a cultural destination known as "The Rose City." The bill has no policy provisions or direct impact on residents, businesses, or state law - its sole purpose is ceremonial recognition. The Senate passed it on March 13, 2025, directing the Secretary to distribute copies to the public.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Mrs. Becky Futch, a 30-year math teacher at Cook High School, upon her retirement. The Senate formally recognizes her service, academic background, and impact on students, extending "sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness." It does not create new laws or affect policy; it is a ceremonial gesture with no substantive provisions. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Investigator Eric Anthony Minix, a Coweta County Sheriff's Department investigator who died in the line of duty on January 4, 2024, by dedicating a specific road segment in his memory. It designates the portion of State Route 16 between State Routes 14 and 54 in Coweta County as the "Investigator Eric Anthony Minix Highway." The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signage for the highway and provides copies to Minix's family and the Department. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or funding impact beyond naming the road.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 340) formally recognizes Georgia State University for its academic achievements, research impact, and community contributions as detailed in the resolution. It does not create any legal obligations or policy changes, serving solely as a ceremonial acknowledgment of the university's work. The resolution highlights GSU's national rankings in undergraduate teaching, student success initiatives, research funding, and economic impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct effect on individuals or policy implementation.

Maddy summaryThis commemorative resolution designates March 10, 2025, as "Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors Dr. Indrakrishnan, a gastroenterologist and community leader, for his service on healthcare boards, charitable organizations, and contributions to Georgia's medical community. The resolution formally recognizes his work advancing healthcare initiatives, supporting underserved rural areas, and his leadership roles with groups like the Georgia Gastroenterologic Society. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending 35 specific Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides who served during Georgia's 2025 legislative session. It formally recognizes their "exemplary service" in supporting Senate committee work and administrative functions, listing all named individuals. The resolution has no binding effect or policy impact - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation from the Georgia Senate.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to deceptive or unfair practices, so as to protect the exercise of constitutional rights; to prohibit discrimination in the provision of essential services; to provide for public and private enforcement; to provide for definitions; to provide a short title; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-2-182 of the O.C.G.A., relating to program weights to reflect funds for payment of salaries and benefits, maximum class size, reporting requirements, and application to specific school years, so as to authorize local school systems and public schools to employ or accept as volunteers school chaplains; to amend Code Section 19-15-1 of the O.C.G.A., relating to definitions concerning child abuse, so as to include school chaplains in the definition of "child protection professional"; to amend Code Section 49-5-41 of the O.C.G.A., relating to persons and agencies permitted access to records, so as to authorize school chaplains to review records of reports of child abuse; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Northeast High School Raiders football team for participating in the 2024 GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship; and for other purposes.