Sen. Donzella James

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate committee to study the history and impact of Rosenwald schools in Georgia. The committee will examine how these schools, built in the early 1900s for Black students in rural areas, affected education and economic opportunities for African Americans. The committee must complete its work and submit a report by December 1, 2025, focusing on the schools' legacy and potential lessons for today. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study group, not a law changing policies.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by law for the creation of a Children First Trust Fund; to provide for the investment and reinvestment of a portion of the moneys appropriated into such fund; to provide that returns on such investments shall be used for financial assistance for child care services; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Henry Carter on winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in Domestic and International Extemporaneous Speaking; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating Midtown High School for winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in Domestic and International Extemporaneous Speaking; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Charlotte Keenan on winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in Domestic and International Extemporaneous Speaking; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 491), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Cindy Duong for her work promoting economic development in the City of Morrow, Georgia. The resolution commends her efforts in supporting local businesses, attracting investment, and fostering community partnerships. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia Senate.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 492) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Hattie B. Dorsey, a prominent Atlanta housing advocate and community leader who died on May 29, 2024. It recognizes her founding role in the Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, her work advancing affordable housing and minority participation in redevelopment, and her legacy of breaking racial and gender barriers. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and commemorates her contributions to Atlanta communities. As a purely commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 490) formally honors Councilwoman Hue Nguyen for her service on the Morrow City Council. It recognizes her work since 2024, including efforts to advance economic development, improve parks, and support community programs like after-school youth initiatives. The resolution commends her dedication as a young council member, her background as a Vietnamese immigrant, and her volunteer work at food pantries and senior centers. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge her contributions to Morrow.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta (AAAA) and its contributions to education, community service, and Atlanta's largest Muslim community gathering on Eid-ul-Fitr; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 465), not a policy bill. It formally commends and congratulates Calvin George Kemp Sr. on his 102nd birthday, recognizing his service as a U.S. Navy veteran in World War II, his decades of community involvement (including church leadership, mentoring youth as a scoutmaster, and teaching brick masonry), and his family legacy. The resolution has no policy impact; it solely offers words of praise and best wishes. It was adopted by the Senate on March 27, 2025.