Sen. Kenya Wicks

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Angela W. Touhy for her long and distinguished service to the Georgia State Senate. It directly affects Mrs. Touhy by officially honoring her career, which includes over 35 years of public service in state administration and legislative support roles. The resolution highlights her contributions to the Senate Appropriations Committee and her continued work assisting the committee after retirement in 2022. The Senate authorized the Secretary to provide a copy of this resolution to Mrs. Touhy as a formal acknowledgment of her service.

Maddy summarySR 789 creates a Senate Study Committee to examine how artificial intelligence impacts Georgia's film and television industry, particularly concerning job losses for creative workers and concerns about AI replacing human artistry. The committee, composed of five senators (with bipartisan co-chairs), a state economic development official, and two Georgia Film Academy representatives, will study these issues and may recommend future legislation. The committee expires on December 1, 2026, and will not enact laws itself but will produce a report with findings and potential policy suggestions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate committee to study whether Georgia should compensate student teachers during their training. The committee will examine financial challenges for unpaid student teachers, impacts on educator recruitment (especially in high-need schools), cost estimates, and successful models from other states. It does not enact paid student teaching but will recommend potential legislation by December 2025. The committee expires on that date and has no authority to implement changes.

A RESOLUTION honoring Cyndi West for her 25 years of distinguished service to the Georgia State Senate and the citizens of this state; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Terri Brown for her exceptional service and dedication to the citizens of Georgia. The bill formally recognizes her 20-year military career as a U.S. Army Medic/EMT and her civilian work as a Medical, Financial, and Legal Liaison who helps individuals navigate healthcare, financial, and legal systems. It also acknowledges her personal contributions to the community through fostering, adoption, and serving as a legal guardian for a senior citizen. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Terri Brown as a formal commendation.

A RESOLUTION commending John Haupert for his outstanding service as President and Chief Executive Officer of Grady Health System upon the occasion of his retirement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and memory of Nelson I. Adelman, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on February 26, 2026. The bill directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Adelman's family as a formal expression of the state's condolences. It recognizes his contributions to the community, including his military service, business leadership, and family legacy, without creating any new laws or policies. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing substantive legislative changes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Andrea Young upon her retirement as Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Dr. Cynthia Williams for her work in youth advocacy and community healing in Georgia. It highlights her role as founder of the Love From Afar: The Christopher Allen Williams Foundation and her upcoming hosting of a youth safety and mental health summit in April 2026. The resolution acknowledges her contributions to grief recovery, mental health awareness, and violence prevention while expressing appreciation for her leadership and character. The Senate will distribute a copy of this recognition to Dr. Williams through the Secretary of the Senate.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Lee Vaughn for his public service and leadership in Georgia. It directly affects Lee Vaughn, a retired Commissioner of District Two who served as Chairman of Commissioners until his retirement. The resolution highlights his contributions to his community, his current roles in banking and various organizations, and expresses congratulations on his retirement. The Senate also authorizes the Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Vaughn for distribution.