Sen. Mike Hodges

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 671) formally recognizes the YMCA's 175th anniversary in 2026. It highlights the YMCA's historical contributions, including founding basketball, pioneering ESL classes, and providing childcare, along with its current role as the nation's largest nonprofit childcare provider serving over 17 million people annually. The resolution commends YMCA staff and volunteers for fostering community connection and well-being but does not create new laws or obligations. It is purely ceremonial, with no direct policy impact on individuals or organizations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to exempt from taxation all income received by certain rural residents; to provide for methods of proving residence; to provide for penalties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 652 is a ceremonial Senate resolution designating February 4, 2026, as "Physician's Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes Georgia's 27,750 physicians (as of 2023) and their role in patient care, public health, and community well-being. The resolution salutes physicians through a symbolic gesture at the state capitol and mentions several medical associations for their contributions. This is a non-binding, commemorative measure with no policy changes or financial impact; it simply honors physicians through official recognition.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School boys tennis team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class AA State Tennis Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School cheerleading team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class 2A State Cheerleading Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating the Lowndes County High School Esports Team on winning the 2025 Fall Class 5A-6A Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 10, 2026, as "Georgia Farm Bureau Federation Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It formally recognizes the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation for its history since 1937, its 158 county chapters, and its role as a voice for Georgia agriculture. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely ceremonial, directing the Senate Secretary to distribute a copy to the organization. It directly affects the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation by honoring its service, with no impact on legislation or constituents.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Lanier County High School baseball team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class A Division II State Baseball Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 641) designates January 29, 2026, as "Doula Day" at the Georgia Capitol to honor doulas and their work in maternal health. It recognizes doulas’ role in improving birth outcomes, reducing unnecessary medical interventions, and addressing disparities affecting Black mothers, families with disabilities, and rural communities with limited maternity care access. The resolution specifically highlights Georgia-based doulas and organizations like Bellies to Babies Foundation for their contributions to maternal health. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but symbolically acknowledges their impact on statewide maternal care.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 14 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide that local boards of education shall be required to provide instruction in firearm safety in kindergarten through grade 12; to provide that such instruction may be incorporated into a course of study in health and physical education; to provide for the adoption of content standards by the State Board of Education; to provide that local boards of education may establish a curriculum in firearm safety; to provide requirements for such curriculum; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.