Sen. Tim Bearden

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 25) honoring William G. Fallin, a Georgia resident who died on January 4, 2025. The resolution recognizes his life, including his service in the Korean War, his long marriage (67 years), his role as a church deacon and community member, and his family. It formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences to his family and resolves to send a copy of the resolution to them. As a purely ceremonial resolution, it has no policy provisions or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 22) expressing the Georgia Senate's condolences for the passing of Scott Justus, a construction industry professional and community member. It formally honors his life and memory, citing his career, family, faith, and personal character, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to his family. The resolution has no policy provisions or legal effect - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute. It was adopted by the Senate on January 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Donald J. Trump for his re-election as President and his policies. It has no legal effect and serves only as a symbolic gesture of support, with no new policies or changes to laws. The resolution lists specific accomplishments referenced in the text (like border policies and judicial appointments) as reasons for the commendation, but does not create any binding obligations. As a procedural resolution, it requires no action beyond adoption and distribution.

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending the firefighters of Georgia and recognizing February 4, 2025, as Firefighters Recognition Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 17) is a ceremonial recognition of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) as a field of research and practice in Georgia. It commends FCS professionals for their work in areas like nutrition, financial literacy, family well-being, and career preparation for students. The resolution does not create new laws or funding; it simply acknowledges FCS's role in addressing societal issues and supports efforts to maintain its presence in education and community programs. The Senate passed it unanimously on January 16, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 12) honoring Bruce A. Thompson, a former Georgia State Senator and Labor Commissioner who died in November 2024. It formally celebrates his life, legacy as a businessman, public servant, and mentor, and expresses condolences to his family. The resolution has no policy provisions or impact on laws or citizens - it is purely a commemorative gesture by the Georgia Senate. It was adopted by the Senate on January 15, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding prosecuting attorneys, so as to provide additional qualifications regarding convictions for district attorneys, assistant district attorneys, deputy district attorneys, and other attorneys at law employed by district attorneys; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.