Sen. Ed Setzler

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Subpart 1 of Part 6 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20, relating to certificated professional personnel, so as to provide a pathway to certification by the Professional Standards Commission for experienced teachers; to provide requirements for such certification; to prohibit discriminatory or disparate treatment of teachers and candidates for such certification; to provide a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the Georgia Council on Aging and recognizing Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as Senior Day at the Capitol as part of Senior Week; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation and recognizing February 24, 2026, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 702) formally commends the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE), Georgia's largest educator organization with over 94,500 members, and designates February 17, 2026, as "PAGE Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It recognizes PAGE's work supporting educators, students, and education advocacy, including programs like the Academic Bowl and STAR recognition. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, intended to honor PAGE's contributions and acknowledge their planned meeting with legislators on that date. It does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

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.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 671) formally recognizes the YMCA's 175th anniversary in 2026. It highlights the YMCA's historical contributions, including founding basketball, pioneering ESL classes, and providing childcare, along with its current role as the nation's largest nonprofit childcare provider serving over 17 million people annually. The resolution commends YMCA staff and volunteers for fostering community connection and well-being but does not create new laws or obligations. It is purely ceremonial, with no direct policy impact on individuals or organizations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 683) is a formal statement by the Georgia Senate congratulating the United Service Organizations (USO) on its 85th anniversary. It recognizes the USO's long-standing work supporting U.S. military personnel and their families through services at Georgia military installations like Fort Benning and Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses appreciation and does not create new laws, funding, or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 681), not a policy bill. It formally commends retired FBI Special Agent Marvin O. "Dell" Spry for his career, specifically recognizing his role as lead investigator in the case that led to the conviction of CIA spy Aldrich Ames. The resolution highlights Spry's counterintelligence work, awards, and post-retirement contributions to national security training. It has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or laws - only serves as symbolic recognition. The Senate adopted it on February 3, 2026.

A RESOLUTION commending and recognizing the C-130J Super Hercules of Lockheed Martin for its outstanding achievements in aerospace innovation and mission-critical operations, as well as for its contributions to the defense of our state and nation; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 652 is a ceremonial Senate resolution designating February 4, 2026, as "Physician's Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes Georgia's 27,750 physicians (as of 2023) and their role in patient care, public health, and community well-being. The resolution salutes physicians through a symbolic gesture at the state capitol and mentions several medical associations for their contributions. This is a non-binding, commemorative measure with no policy changes or financial impact; it simply honors physicians through official recognition.