Sen. David Lucas

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Senator Emanuel Jones for his distinguished service and contributions to the State of Georgia. It recognizes his long tenure representing the 10th Senate District since 2004, his leadership on various Senate committees, and his extensive community involvement. The Senate formally commends him for his integrity, vision, and dedication to public service.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes and commends Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard for his long public service to the state of Georgia. The bill highlights his legislative achievements, including the Blind Bill and the repeal of Georgia's Citizens Arrest Law, as well as his community work through music and media initiatives. It serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions and extends well wishes for his retirement.

A RESOLUTION commending the Georgia Chapter of the National Women in Agriculture Association upon its ninth annual GWIAA Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 6 of Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the O.C.G.A., relating to delinquency, so as to provide for additional offenses over which superior courts are authorized to exercise exclusive original jurisdiction for the trials of children 13 to 17 years of age to include the offenses of certain terroristic threats or acts involving public and private schools and attempt or criminal conspiracy to commit certain offenses; to provide for which such cases shall be subject to the class A designated felony act provisions of Code Section 15-11-602 upon transfer to a juvenile court; to amend Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to elementary and secondary education; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution honoring Dr. Xavier Marquis McCaskey, a clinician, military veteran, and naturopathic practitioner with over 30 years of service in healthcare and community leadership. The resolution formally commends his contributions to integrated behavioral health, holistic healing, and military service across the Coast Guard, Army, and Navy. It directs the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. McCaskey as an official acknowledgment of his achievements. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or policies but recognizes his distinguished career and legacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 11-17, 2026, as the Week of the Young Child in Georgia. It formally recognizes the importance of early childhood development and the educators who support it. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment to encourage public and policy support for early learning programs.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and service of John Wesley Wilder, Jr., a veteran, community leader, and long-time resident of Georgia. The bill formally recognizes his military career in the U.S. Army, where he served for 20 years and received multiple decorations including the Purple Heart, as well as his subsequent public service and civic involvement. It does not change laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the state legislature to acknowledge his contributions.

A RESOLUTION commending Mayor Jimmy Daniels Jr. for his outstanding leadership, service, and commitment to the citizens of Oglethorpe and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Kevin F. Curtin on his retirement from his role as senior vice president of government relations for Georgia EMC. The resolution highlights his career achievements, including over 30 years of experience in government relations and leadership positions with various organizations. It authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Curtin as a gesture of appreciation for his service to the state.