Sen. Kenya Wicks

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 is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) recognizing the North Fayette Community Association (NFCA) for its work. It formally commends the NFCA for its 23+ years of advocacy, including preventing a service station development and resolving unfair taxation issues. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on residents or government actions - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation. The NFCA, a local nonprofit founded in 2001, is the sole recipient of this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors William Edwards, a University of North Georgia student and Army ROTC cadet, for being named a presidential fellow at the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress. It recognizes his academic achievements (including a perfect 4.0 GPA), military leadership roles, ROTC scholarship, and participation in programs like the Russian language scholarship. The resolution is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's congratulations and best wishes without creating any new policies or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 491), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Cindy Duong for her work promoting economic development in the City of Morrow, Georgia. The resolution commends her efforts in supporting local businesses, attracting investment, and fostering community partnerships. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia Senate.

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.

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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 490) formally honors Councilwoman Hue Nguyen for her service on the Morrow City Council. It recognizes her work since 2024, including efforts to advance economic development, improve parks, and support community programs like after-school youth initiatives. The resolution commends her dedication as a young council member, her background as a Vietnamese immigrant, and her volunteer work at food pantries and senior centers. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge her contributions to Morrow.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Reverend Darion Hutcherson upon being named the 2025 Counselor of the Year by the Atlanta Public School System; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 468) honors the life and memory of Lottie Watkins, a former Georgia House of Representatives member (1977-1980) and founder of Lottie Watkins Enterprises, Inc. (founded 1960), who advanced Black real estate ownership and civil rights. It commemorates her legacy through a 2023 marker at her Atlanta building and recognizes her contributions to economic development, social justice, and community leadership. The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute, expressing the Senate’s condolences to her family and affirming her impact on Georgia. It has no policy or legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Aligarh Alumni Association of Atlanta (AAAA) and its contributions to education, community service, and Atlanta's largest Muslim community gathering on Eid-ul-Fitr; and for other purposes.