Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 9 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of rates, underwriting rules, and related organizations, so as to provide for homeowner protections with regard to insurance companies' use of aerial or satellite images; to provide for definitions; to provide for certain procedures; to require that homeowners be allowed 60 days to correct; to provide for regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; 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.

Maddy summarySR 826 is a Senate resolution recognizing the nonprofit organization "Our Community Salutes" for its work supporting high school students enlisting in the U.S. military. The resolution commends the organization for hosting annual recognition ceremonies that celebrate enlistees, provide resources to their families, and foster community support during their transition to military service. It directly honors the nonprofit and the enlistees (high school seniors joining the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Space Force) and their families. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally expresses legislative support for the organization's mission.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending The Robert "Bob" Barr Community Band for its longstanding service, musical excellence, and positive impact on the Columbus community; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Colonel Rick White for his extraordinary military service, leadership, and continued dedication to veterans of the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 829 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 11, 2026, as "Nurses Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally commends Georgia's registered nurses for their contributions to healthcare, citing their role in patient care, rural health access, and meeting growing healthcare demands. The resolution has no binding effect on policy or funding - it is solely a symbolic gesture of appreciation adopted by the Georgia Senate. It does not directly affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond the commemorative recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the 68th Annual Southeast District Conference of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Clubs, Inc., and honoring its longstanding commitment to leadership, service, and economic empowerment; 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.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 684), not a law. It formally recognizes February 2026 as "American Heart Month" in the state. The resolution cites statistics on cardiac arrest and CPR effectiveness but does not create new requirements, funding, or policy changes. It simply encourages residents to learn CPR and promotes awareness of cardiac emergency response. The resolution passed the Senate but has no direct effect on individuals or programs.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to property, so as to prohibit the placement of wheel restraints on trespassing motor vehicles; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.