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D Georgia Senate · District 35

Sen. Jaha Howard

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Primary SB 520
In committee · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
State Income Tax Rates; revise; Code Section 20-2A-4; repeal and reserve

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits relative to state income taxes; to amend Code Section 48-11-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to excise tax imposed, rates for tobacco and vaping products, exemptions, collection and payment, and tax separately identified; to amend Chapter 2A of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to student scholarship organizations, so as to repeal and reserve Code Section 20-2A-4, relating to list of student scholarship organizations to be provided to the General Assembly; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

In committee Feb 18, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 519
In committee · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Education; provisions relating to the conditions of employment for employees of local school systems and other public schools; revise

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elementary and secondary education, so as to revise various provisions relating to the conditions of employment for employees of local school systems and other public schools; to provide requirements for certain evaluations; to provide requirements for employment contracts for teachers; to provide for planned restroom breaks for teachers; to provide for role-specific training; to provide for policies relating to school bus drivers; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

In committee Feb 18, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 765
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Law Enforcement Officers; recognize

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 765) is a symbolic gesture recognizing and commending law enforcement officers in Georgia and the U.S. It does not create new laws or allocate funding. The resolution cites statistics about officer safety, casualties, and mental health challenges to honor current and fallen officers, and to support their well-being. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate with no binding policy changes.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 769
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Knight, Renee S.; recognize

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 769) passed by the Georgia Senate to formally recognize Renee S. Knight for her public service. It specifically commends her work as Morrow City Council member and Mayor Pro-Tem (2017-2021), her current role as a business analyst for Clayton County Public Schools, and her community leadership. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no direct impact on laws, funding, or individuals beyond the recognition itself.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 773
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Georgia Donor Week; recognize February 9 to 13, 2026

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 773) designates February 9-13, 2026, as "Georgia Donor Week" at the state capitol. It symbolically recognizes the importance of organ and tissue donation by honoring donors, their families, and healthcare teams supporting transplantation. The resolution encourages Georgians to learn about organ donation but does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or entities. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal force beyond raising awareness.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 775
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
George Washington Carver High School; commend

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating George Washington Carver High School on winning the 2025 GHSA Class 2A State Football Championship; and for other purposes.

Passed Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 507
In committee · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Underwriting and Rate Risking; use of credit information and credit scores in underwriting, rating risks, adverse actions, or certain other actions by insurance companies; prohibit

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 of Chapter 24 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to underwriting and rate risking, so as to prohibit the use of credit information and credit scores in underwriting, rating risks, adverse actions, or certain other actions by insurance companies; to prohibit adverse actions against consumers in certain circumstances; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

In committee Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SB 506
In committee · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Regulation of Rates; vehicle insurers from using any geographic classifications in vehicle insurance policies; prohibit

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 prohibit vehicle insurers from using any geographic classifications in vehicle insurance policies; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

In committee Feb 17, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 762
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Labay, Lana; recognize

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 762) formally recognizes and commends Lana Labay for her public service to Georgia. It specifically honors her swearing-in as Morrow City Council member for Seat-Post 3 (January 2026), her community leadership, and the establishment of "Lana Labay and Alma Floyd Day" (February 2024). The resolution has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial commendation with no binding requirements or changes to law. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 12, 2026, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Labay.

Passed Feb 12, 2026 0 co-sponsors
Primary SR 760
Passed · Georgia Senate · Lead sponsor
Wilson, Mordecai; condolences

Maddy summaryThis Georgia Senate resolution (SR 760) honors Mordecai Wilson, a former Lula City Councilman who served for 20 years and was a WWII Navy veteran, by expressing the Senate's condolences on his passing. It recognizes his community service, including fostering children through his family home, and his reputation for integrity and kindness. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on February 12, 2026, is a commemorative statement with no policy changes or direct effects on legislation or constituents.

Passed Feb 12, 2026 0 co-sponsors
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