A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elections and primaries generally, so as to limit the effective date of rules or regulations adopted by the State Election Board prior to a general primary, general election, or runoff thereof; to provide for notice of such events to candidates and the selection of poll watchers for the same; to revise certain reporting requirements related to advance voting; to revise provisions related to locations poll watchers may have access to; to provide reporting requirements for the conclusion of the computation and canvassing of the returns; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sen. Rick Williams
Sponsored bills
A RESOLUTION commending the Entertainment Tourism Alliance of Georgia (ETAG) and recognizing February 28, 2025, as Entertainment Tourism Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the University of Georgia women's tennis team for winning the 2025 ITA National Team Indoor Championship; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 271) recognizing MEAG Power's 50th anniversary. It formally commends MEAG Power for its role as Georgia's municipal electric authority, established in 1975 to provide reliable, affordable wholesale electricity to 49 participating communities across the state. The resolution highlights MEAG Power's 50-year service, its 65% non-emitting energy portfolio since 2016, and its contributions to energy security and economic development. It does not create new policies, funding, or obligations - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation approved by the Georgia Senate.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 249) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the GMSDC's role as Georgia's leading supplier diversity organization, highlighting its work connecting over 400 corporations with 1,400+ small and minority-owned businesses that generate over $11 billion annually in revenue. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's commendation for the council's economic contributions and community support.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 257) is a ceremonial recognition of February 26, 2025, as "Charter Schools Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It does not create new laws or policies; it simply declares a day of acknowledgment for Georgia's charter schools. The resolution cites Georgia's charter school history, current enrollment (96 schools serving 65,000 students), and a study on student performance, but the bill itself has no binding effect on schools or students. The Senate adopted it on February 26, 2025, directing the Secretary to distribute copies to the Georgia Charter Schools Association and the public.
Maddy summarySR 241 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Georgia Military College (GMC) on its 145th anniversary. It recognizes GMC’s role as a state authority providing accessible education to Georgia residents, including 80% first-generation or low-income students, and highlights its military heritage, ROTC program, and statewide satellite locations. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding, or new requirements - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2025.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to provide for the creation of the Peach State Saves program, a defined contribution retirement program; to provide for definitions; to provide for appointment of a board of trustees; to provide for limitations on liability; to provide for the confidentiality of program participants; to provide for a date for the establishment of the program; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 235) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate, not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the Georgia Beverage Association for its "Made to be Remade" initiative, which focuses on improving beverage container recycling through consumer education, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships. The resolution highlights the association's work alongside major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo) and their "Every Bottle Back" program, which aims to boost recycling rates and reduce plastic waste. It has no binding effect or new requirements - it simply expresses the Senate's support for these voluntary industry efforts.
A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation and recognizing February 26, 2025, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.