Sen. Jason Anavitarte

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Public Service Commission, so as to prohibit certain costs incurred by an electric utility as a result of providing electric services to commercial data centers from being included in any rates or charges of such electric utility unless such rates or charges are designed to recover such costs solely from or, at least, substantially from such commercial data centers; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 831), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates Charlie and Haley Barrett on the birth of their son, Charles "Beau" Donald Barrett IV, and extends well-wishes for his life. The resolution acknowledges both parents' state government roles - Charlie as Senate Chief of Staff and Haley as Communications Director for the Ethics Commission. It contains no policy provisions or funding changes; it is solely a symbolic gesture of Senate recognition.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority on the occasion of its 40th anniversary; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically recognizes May 2, 2026, as "Stilettos on Steel Day" and "International Female Ride Day" in Georgia. It honors the Newnan chapter of Stilettos on Steel, a female motorcycle organization, for hosting an all-female ride event with proceeds supporting bicycle donations for teenage girls through the Coweta County Sheriff's Department. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, acknowledging community service and the group's annual event.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 51 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to torts, so as to limit liability for manufacturers of firearms relative to absence or inclusion of safety features in certain instances; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 819) recognizing Heather Rogers, a Bulloch County victim advocate with the Office of the Solicitor-General in Georgia. The resolution formally commends her public service, highlighting her dedication to supporting victims, her leadership qualities, and her community impact. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it authorizes the Senate to provide Rogers with a copy of the resolution as a token of appreciation. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 20, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 820) dedicates the intersection of State Route 9/Highway 19 and Pinetree Way in Lumpkin County as the "Donald Seabolt Intersection" to honor his decades of public service. It recognizes Mr. Seabolt's role as Lumpkin County's first paramedic, designer of the county's 9-1-1 system, and leadership in emergency management. The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at this location. This is a ceremonial honor with no policy changes or direct impact on laws or regulations.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions from sales and use taxes, so as to exempt certain baby products and feminine hygiene products from taxation; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 818 formally recognizes Commissioner Walter Rabon of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources as the recipient of the 2026 Conservation Trailblazer Award from the Dallas Safari Club. The resolution highlights his decades-long career in wildlife conservation, including roles as a Conservation Ranger, Deputy Commissioner, and current Commissioner, as well as his leadership in initiatives like the DNR Career Academy and Outdoors Beyond Barriers. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions to protecting Georgia's natural resources and expanding outdoor access opportunities for all citizens.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending GreyStone Power Corporation for 90 years of making life better in the communities it serves; and for other purposes.