Sen. Rick Williams

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to increase the maximum acreage to qualify for assessment and taxation as a bona fide conservation use property; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 2025 as Career and Technical Education Month and February 5, 2025, as Georgia Career and Technical Student Organizations Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the University of Georgia 4-H Program, Kingston Ryals, Melanie Biersmith, and the 2024-2025 4-H Leadership Teams and recognizing February 25, 2025, as 4-H Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates Butts County on its 200th anniversary of founding (established in 1825) and acknowledges its historical role as an agricultural community that evolved into a regional hub for industry, technology, tourism, and film production. The Senate recognizes the county's contributions to Georgia's economic and cultural landscape, including its natural attractions, outdoor recreation focus, and film industry growth. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies publicly, serving as a symbolic gesture without enacting new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-5-7.4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to preferential assessment for bona fide conservation use property and bona fide residential transitional property, so as to increase the maximum acreage to qualify for assessment and taxation as a bona fide conservation use property; to provide for related matters; to provide for a contingent effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 49) expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences upon the passing of Marvin Gary Simmons, a 44-year law enforcement veteran who retired as a Polk County Sheriff's Department captain. It honors his service in the Floyd, Rockmart, and Polk County police departments, his National Guard military service, and his community involvement. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Simmons' family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on citizens beyond this ceremonial tribute.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 9-15, 2025, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week at Georgia’s state capitol. It symbolically recognizes the impact of multiple sclerosis (affecting nearly 1 million people in the U.S.) and acknowledges the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s work. The resolution encourages Georgians to learn about MS and support those affected by the disease and their families. It has no binding policy effects or funding changes - it is purely a ceremonial observance.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to obstruction of public administration and related offenses, so as to provide for a mandatory minimum sentence for those convicted of doing violence in the obstruction or hindering of law enforcement officers; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 26) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor the late Bryce Alan Johnson, a former Tifton Judicial Circuit District Attorney who died on December 2, 2024. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences and commemorates his life, highlighting his career in law and politics, community involvement, family, and personal interests. It does not create any new laws or policies - it is solely a formal expression of respect for a public servant. The Senate adopted the resolution on January 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 18) formally congratulates Terry Holder on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. It recognizes his distinguished coaching career, including a 588-183 record in baseball, eight state championships, and a historic 61-game winning streak. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial gesture expressing the Georgia Senate's appreciation for Holder's contributions to sports.