A RESOLUTION applauding Senator Brandon Beach for his exceptional service in the Georgia State Senate, his leadership in both public and private sectors, and congratulating him on his recent appointment as United States Treasurer in the current Trump Administration; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a Senate Study Committee on Recovery Residences to examine unregulated sober housing facilities in Georgia. The committee will study safety concerns, service quality, and oversight gaps affecting approximately 256 recovery residences (which provide housing but not treatment) and recommend improvements. Composed of five Senate members and the Behavioral Health commissioner, the committee must report findings by December 1, 2025, without implementing new regulations itself. The resolution is procedural, focusing solely on gathering information to inform future policy.
Maddy summarySR 217 creates a Senate Study Committee focused on addressing chronic absenteeism (students missing 10% or more of school days) affecting over 21.7% of Georgia students. The committee, composed of six Senate members appointed by the President, will study causes like health issues, transportation barriers, and family instability, then recommend solutions by December 1, 2025. This procedural resolution does not enact new laws but directs the committee to gather input from schools, families, and communities to inform future policy.
Maddy summarySR 494 is a Senate resolution (commemorative) recognizing Daniel O'Connor for his decades of service in Georgia redistricting. It specifically honors his work with the Georgia House Reapportionment Office and Georgia Republican Party, including contributions to redistricting cycles after 2010 and the 2006 transition to single-member districts. The resolution formally commends his role in ensuring fair representation and extends birthday congratulations for his March 25 birthday. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond the ceremonial recognition.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 497) honoring the late Michael Ernest Sumner, a Georgia resident and legal professional who died on February 22, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences for his passing and recognizes his contributions, including 16 years of service on the Coweta County Board of Education and his community and church involvement. It was formally adopted by the Senate on March 31, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to share a copy with his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or binding effect.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Norma Haynes, a Coweta County resident known as the "Mother of Public Safety," for her decades of service including founding the Newnan Coweta Public Safety Foundation and establishing an annual appreciation event for first responders. It commemorates her legacy as Coweta County's first female bailiff (1980), her role in community initiatives like the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay coordination, and her receipt of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Meritorious Award. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences for her passing and formally recognizes her contributions to public safety and civic life. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Employees' Retirement System of Georgia, so as to allow all sworn law enforcement officers serving in and the commissioner and deputy commissioner of the Department of Public Safety to be eligible for regular retirement benefits at the age of 55 years, certain disability benefits, and certain provisions for purchasing creditable service; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 481) formally recognizes and commends Post 4 Villa Rica of the Georgia State Patrol for winning the 2024 "Post of the Year" award. It honors the post's achievements, including handling over 6,600 service calls, reducing crash fatalities by 22%, and improving response times through collaborative solutions. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely ceremonial, extending commendation to the post's leadership and personnel.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 486) commending Colt's Manufacturing Company for its efforts promoting firearm safety. It specifically recognizes Colt's 175-year history, its Safety Impact Award program (which supports nonprofit safety initiatives), and its partnerships with football ambassadors donating to groups like Project ChildSafe and the International Hunter Education Association. The resolution expresses formal praise for Colt's focus on education, secure storage, and community engagement in responsible firearm ownership. It does not create new laws or policies, as it is solely a symbolic expression of support.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulations of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, so as to provide for new penalties for insurers that knowingly give false or misleading information to the Commissioner of Insurance and such information affected insurance premium rates; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
