Sen. Mike Hodges

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 95) names Georgia's new legislative office complex the "Sonny Perdue Legislative Building" to honor former Governor Sonny Perdue's lifetime of public service. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is a ceremonial designation for a physical building. The resolution cites Perdue's service as Georgia's first Republican governor since Reconstruction, his role as U.S. Agriculture Secretary, and his current position as Chancellor of the University System of Georgia. The building will serve as the new home for Georgia's state legislators.

A RESOLUTION commending the contributions of the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association and its commitment to delivering evidence-based practices to individuals with substance use disorders through recognized standards of education, training, and competencies as it celebrates 45 years of service to Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE) on its 50th anniversary and recognizing February 18, 2025, as PAGE Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the contributions of the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association and its commitment to delivering evidence-based practices to individuals with substance use disorders through recognized standards of education, training, and competencies as it celebrates 45 years of service to Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 114), not a policy bill. It honors Gregory "Greg" Cecil Clifton, a Fayetteville, Georgia resident and former mayor, following his death on January 3, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences to his family and recognizes his life, including his career in sales, community service, and faith-based activities. It was adopted by the Senate on February 5, 2025.

Maddy summarySR 125 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia (SILCGA), a nonprofit organization established under federal law to support people with disabilities. It commends SILCGA for its work developing state plans, removing societal barriers, operating community centers, and advancing accessibility in housing, healthcare, education, and transportation. The resolution has no new policy requirements or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial. Adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025, it formally honors SILCGA's service to Georgians with disabilities and their families.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 113) formally honors Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their healthcare contributions. It recognizes their long history in Georgia (since 1916), their role in providing anesthesia services across all medical settings - including critical care in rural areas where they serve as the primary anesthesia providers for many hospitals and obstetric care. The resolution has no policy or funding changes; it is purely a ceremonial acknowledgment of their work. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 87) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Communities in Schools (CIS) for its work supporting Georgia students. It formally commends CIS for providing resources to disadvantaged students through school-based coordinators, citing their 2024-2025 service to over 120,000 students across nearly 50 school districts and reported outcomes like 98% graduation rates. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and directs the Secretary to distribute a copy to CIS. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws or affect any specific group beyond acknowledging CIS's contributions.

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.

A RESOLUTION congratulating John Coen upon his induction to the Roswell High School Hall of Fame as well as the Georgia Dugout Baseball Hall of Fame; and for other purposes.