Sen. RaShaun Kemp

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 682) congratulating the non-profit organization Raising Expectations on its 30th anniversary of serving youth in Georgia. It recognizes the organization's work supporting over 3,500 first-generation college students from under-resourced communities through academic, leadership, and college-to-career programs. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal praise for the organization's community contributions. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any group through legislative mechanisms.

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.

A RESOLUTION commending Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for its 113 years of service and recognizing February 23, 2026, as Delta Day at the State Capital; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions, so as to require certain long-term care facilities to acquire and maintain sufficient emergency and standby power systems to ensure the provision of certain care and services for residents at such facilities; to provide for definitions; to provide for the Department of Community Health and the office of Safety Fire Commissioner to coordinate inspection and enforcement; to provide for a grant program; to provide priority to rural counties; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 for state income taxes, so as to require certain senior living facilities to acquire and maintain sufficient emergency and standby power systems to provide for the safety and welfare of residents at such facility; to provide for definitions; to provide for inspection and enforcement; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 646) recognizing Mr. Fred Alexander Sr. for overcoming a 20+ year battle with cancer, despite family history of the disease. The resolution acknowledges his faith, family life, retirement from careers in landscaping and mechanics, and hobbies like collecting antique cars and working on his 1946 Chevy truck. It contains no policy changes or direct effects on any laws or programs; it is purely a symbolic gesture of the Senate's recognition. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 2, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 656) recognizing Shundra Green for her 13+ years of service as an educator and leader at Newton High School in Georgia. The resolution specifically commends her work mentoring students, her leadership roles (including department chair and ALANHS Director Manager), and her dedication to community service. It does not create any new law, policy, or funding; it is solely a formal expression of appreciation from the Georgia Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 2, 2026, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Shundra Green.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 17, 2026, as Profound Autism Day to recognize individuals with profound autism who require 24/7 care due to severe intellectual disabilities or minimal communication abilities. It highlights their underrepresentation in research and support programs, citing CDC data showing 1 in 4 autistic children (age 8) in the U.S. have profound autism. The resolution is purely commemorative - no new laws, funding, or policy changes are created - and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies for public awareness.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 655) that formally recognizes Greta Heard, a Covington, Georgia resident and Market President at Newton Federal Bank (the first woman and first African American to hold that role). The resolution commends her 33-year banking career, community leadership roles with the Taylor Made Foundation and Taylor Made University, and her contributions to Georgia citizens. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations - it is solely a symbolic expression of appreciation with no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.

Maddy summarySR 650 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing Maraget Wimberly for her 37-year career as a retired high school English and American Literature teacher in Newton County, Georgia. The resolution commends her community service, including leadership roles in the United Methodist Church, NAACP, and local committees, as well as awards like the Disney's American Teacher Award nomination. It does not create new laws or policies - it is a formal expression of appreciation from the Georgia Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 2, 2026, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Ms. Wimberly.