Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (SR 640), not a law with policy changes. It formally recognizes the importance of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) as a field that helps individuals and families address issues like nutrition, financial literacy, and family well-being. The resolution acknowledges FCS professionals' role in education and community support but contains no binding requirements or new programs. It has no direct effect on policy, funding, or specific groups, as it is purely a statement of recognition adopted by the Senate.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 3, 2026, as Girl Scout Day at the state capitol and commending the Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the 25th Anniversary of the Captain John Collins Chapter of the Georgia Society of the Sons of the American Revolution; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to landlord and tenant in general, so as to limit the monthly income requirement for disabled veterans to qualify as tenants; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Ronald 'Ron' F. Wakefield for his outstanding public service with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 611) that formally recognizes the Georgia Association of Community Care Providers (GACCP). It commends GACCP for representing home and community-based service providers who deliver Medicaid waiver-supported care (like ICWP, EDWP, NOW, and COMP waivers) to Georgians with disabilities, complex care needs, and aging populations - particularly in rural and underserved areas. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the Senate’s appreciation for GACCP’s work in enabling individuals to receive care at home rather than in institutions. The Senate passed it unanimously on January 28, 2026.

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending the firefighters of Georgia and recognizing February 3, 2026, as Firefighters Recognition Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 609) formally recognizes January 25-31, 2026, as "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" in Georgia. It honors physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery and pain management, highlighting their extensive training and leadership in healthcare. The resolution has no policy changes or funding impacts - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment directed to the Georgia Society of Anesthesiologists and the public. It does not affect laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 620), not a bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes and commends Leadership Cobb and its 2026 class of 50 selected participants for their community service and leadership development. The resolution has no legal effect or direct impact on constituents, funding, or policy - it simply expresses the Senate's acknowledgment of their work. It was adopted by the Senate on January 28, 2026.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Kathy Colbenson upon receiving the 2026 Reverend Robert Ross Johnson Humanitarian of the Year Award; and for other purposes.