Sen. Nan Orrock

Maddy summarySR 663 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the week of February 2-6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. It highlights the role of school counselors in supporting students' academic success, career planning, and personal development. The resolution formally directs the Georgia Senate to recognize this week and authorizes distributing a copy to the Georgia School Counselor Association. This resolution does not create new laws or affect funding - it serves as a public acknowledgment of counselors' contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 635) is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate to recognize January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It commemorates the victims of the Holocaust and affirms Georgia's commitment to combating antisemitism, racism, and all forms of hate. The bill contains no policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or groups - it simply directs the Senate to formally acknowledge the day and distribute copies of the resolution. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution designates February 2, 2026, as "Clark Atlanta University Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the university's history, academic programs, economic impact, and community contributions through its "whereas" clauses. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it is solely a symbolic gesture of acknowledgment by the state legislature.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week at the state capitol. It directs the Senate to acknowledge this week to raise public awareness about congenital heart defects, which affect approximately 40,000 newborns annually in the U.S. and can lead to undiagnosed health risks, including sudden cardiac death in young athletes. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial observance to honor affected families and health professionals.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 641) designates January 29, 2026, as "Doula Day" at the Georgia Capitol to honor doulas and their work in maternal health. It recognizes doulas’ role in improving birth outcomes, reducing unnecessary medical interventions, and addressing disparities affecting Black mothers, families with disabilities, and rural communities with limited maternity care access. The resolution specifically highlights Georgia-based doulas and organizations like Bellies to Babies Foundation for their contributions to maternal health. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but symbolically acknowledges their impact on statewide maternal care.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 644) formally congratulates six young women who won the 2025 Miss Atlanta Competition, including Jordan Kulah (Miss Atlanta 2026) and others across adult and teen categories. It recognizes their scholarship awards and their upcoming representation of Atlanta at the Miss Georgia and Miss Georgia Teen competitions. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, extending congratulations and best wishes to the winners as they advance to state-level competitions.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 3, 2026, as Girl Scout Day at the state capitol and commending the Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SR 608) is a Senate resolution honoring Richard Otis Marable, a former Georgia State Senator who served for 12 years and passed away in February 2025. It expresses the Senate's condolences for his death, recognizes his service to Georgia, and highlights his family, character, and community impact. The resolution formally joins the Senate in honoring his life and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to his family. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 609) formally recognizes January 25-31, 2026, as "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" in Georgia. It honors physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery and pain management, highlighting their extensive training and leadership in healthcare. The resolution has no policy changes or funding impacts - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment directed to the Georgia Society of Anesthesiologists and the public. It does not affect laws, regulations, or individuals beyond this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION condemning the killing of Alex Pretti and protecting the constitutional rights of peaceful assembly and the right to keep and bear arms; and for other purposes.