Sen. Jaha Howard

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes and commends the Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO) for its work training orthodontists and providing affordable, high-quality dental care in Georgia. It specifically highlights GSO's new John Lewis Legacy Scholarships - funded by an $8.5 million initiative providing 47 three-year scholarships over 12 years - and its community program "Gift of a Smile," which offers free dental care to children, adults, and veterans. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but expresses legislative support for the school's mission and community impact. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 687) is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate to recognize August 2026 as "Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic Month" in honor of the 35th anniversary of the high school football kickoff event. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it formally acknowledges the event's legacy and its founders, coaches Corky Kell and Dave Hunter, who established the tournament to promote high school football in Georgia. The resolution highlights the event's role in fostering student-athlete development, community spirit, and school pride. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 695) commending the Georgia Aquarium for its 20th anniversary. It recognizes the aquarium as a major cultural institution, tourist attraction, and leader in education, animal welfare, and conservation since opening in 2005. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal praise for the aquarium’s community and environmental contributions. (Note: This is a procedural resolution, not a bill with legislative changes.)

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to prohibit federal immigration authorities from utilizing certain technologies to identify individuals for certain purposes; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies, so as to provide for the establishment of the Georgia Artificial Intelligence Commission; to provide for responsibilities; to provide for purpose; to provide for assignment to the Georgia Technology Authority; to provide for annual reports; to provide for membership, terms, meetings, and compensation; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commemorating the Georgia School of Orthodontics on the occasion of its 10th anniversary and inviting its leadership to be recognized by the Georgia Senate; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 666) formally recognizes Eden Pethel, an eighth-grade home-schooled student from Pendergrass, Georgia, for winning a state license plate design competition. The bill commemorates her winning design, which will become an official Georgia license plate celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate. The resolution was recently adopted by the Senate and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to Eden Pethel.

A RESOLUTION honoring the work of Georgia's aerospace and defense industry and recognizing February 3, 2026, as Georgia Aerospace and Defense Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION honoring the life and memory of Bishop William "Bill" Harris and recognizing February 17, 2026, as Bishop William "Bill" Harris Day; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 678), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez, Ph.D., for his 41-year career in higher education and community service, particularly his 18 years as Vice President of Student and International Affairs at the University of North Florida. The resolution highlights his military service, academic achievements, leadership roles on boards (including the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and Girl Scouts), and awards like the Fulbright Scholar honor. It specifically commends him upon his retirement and extends best wishes, with no policy changes or financial impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond honoring an individual.