Sen. Doc Rhett

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 514) formally recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2025, as World Autism Awareness Day. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote inclusion for individuals with autism. The resolution highlights the importance of early intervention and support services while shifting focus from awareness to acceptance. It was adopted by the Senate on April 2, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies to the public and press.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Georgia's working women for their contributions toward building strong families and supporting the Georgia Economy; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a Senate Study Committee to examine how Georgia school districts use flexibility waivers. The committee will study how waivers - allowing schools to bypass rules like class size limits or teacher salary minimums - affect student performance, teacher workload, and equity across Georgia's 180 school systems. The committee, composed of six senators, must complete its review by December 2025 and report findings on whether these waivers improve educational outcomes or raise concerns about long-term impacts. It does not change existing waiver policies but will assess their current implementation and effectiveness.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate committee to study the history and impact of Rosenwald schools in Georgia. The committee will examine how these schools, built in the early 1900s for Black students in rural areas, affected education and economic opportunities for African Americans. The committee must complete its work and submit a report by December 1, 2025, focusing on the schools' legacy and potential lessons for today. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study group, not a law changing policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Judge Reuben Green, a Cobb County Superior Court judge who established Georgia's Veterans Accountability and Treatment Court, after his passing following a battle with cancer. It expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and recognizes his legacy of service, including his military career, legal work, and dedication to veterans and community support. The resolution is purely ceremonial, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents. It was adopted by the Senate in March 2025.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by law for the creation of a Children First Trust Fund; to provide for the investment and reinvestment of a portion of the moneys appropriated into such fund; to provide that returns on such investments shall be used for financial assistance for child care services; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 478) congratulating the Georgia Pharmacy Association (GPA) on its 150th anniversary. It recognizes the GPA's founding in 1875, its advocacy for pharmacists and technicians (over 14,000 licensed pharmacists and 26,000 technicians in Georgia), and its role in pharmacy education and health services like immunizations. The resolution contains no policy changes or new requirements - it simply offers symbolic recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 28, 2025, and has no direct impact on laws or affected individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 492) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Hattie B. Dorsey, a prominent Atlanta housing advocate and community leader who died on May 29, 2024. It recognizes her founding role in the Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, her work advancing affordable housing and minority participation in redevelopment, and her legacy of breaking racial and gender barriers. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and commemorates her contributions to Atlanta communities. As a purely commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect policy.

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Anat Sultan-Dadon, Consul General of Israel to the Southeastern United States, for her exemplary service in strengthening the bonds between the State of Israel and the State of Georgia and for her steadfast friendship to the people of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 479) is a ceremonial Senate recognition of Atlanta Postal Credit Union (APCU) for its 100th anniversary. It formally commends APCU for its century of service to postal workers, families, and Georgia communities since its founding in 1925 as the state's first credit union. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and directs a copy to APCU. It directly affects APCU as the recipient of this ceremonial honor.