Sen. Jason Anavitarte

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 13 of Title 16 and Chapter 4 of Title 26 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to controlled substances and pharmacists and pharmacies, respectively, so as to provide for ivermectin as an over-the-counter medication in this state; to remove ivermectin from the definition of, exceptions to, and exemptions from dangerous drugs; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; 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 RESOLUTION congratulating the Haralson County High School game day cheerleading team for winning the 2024-2025 Georgia High School Association Game Day State Championship for Region 1A; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending and recognizing Ava Andrews of North Paulding High School for her outstanding achievements in basketball and for her contributions to athletics in the state of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution dedicates the intersection of State Route 400 and Whelchel Road/Burnt Stand Road in Lumpkin County as the "Trooper First Class 2 Chase W. Redner Memorial Intersection" to honor Georgia State Patrol Trooper Chase Winston Redner, who died in the line of duty on February 20, 2024. The bill directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to erect and maintain appropriate signage at this location. It is a commemorative resolution with no substantive policy changes, solely recognizing Trooper Redner's service and sacrifice.

A RESOLUTION authorizing the Senate Special Committee on Investigations to investigate additional matters; to authorize the use of compulsory process to secure the attendance of witnesses or the production of documents and materials related to such additional matters; and for other purposes.