Sen. RaShaun Kemp

Maddy summarySR 789 creates a Senate Study Committee to examine how artificial intelligence impacts Georgia's film and television industry, particularly concerning job losses for creative workers and concerns about AI replacing human artistry. The committee, composed of five senators (with bipartisan co-chairs), a state economic development official, and two Georgia Film Academy representatives, will study these issues and may recommend future legislation. The committee expires on December 1, 2026, and will not enact laws itself but will produce a report with findings and potential policy suggestions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 41 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to residential and commercial general contractors, so as to provide for licensure of home inspectors; to provide for reciprocity of licensure; to provide for licensure of companies performing home inspections; to provide for minimum requirements to apply for licensure; to provide for continuing education requirements; to require home inspectors to maintain insurance; to provide for standards of practice and unfair trade practices; to provide for exceptions; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for a legislative purpose; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate committee to study whether Georgia should compensate student teachers during their training. The committee will examine financial challenges for unpaid student teachers, impacts on educator recruitment (especially in high-need schools), cost estimates, and successful models from other states. It does not enact paid student teaching but will recommend potential legislation by December 2025. The committee expires on that date and has no authority to implement changes.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a funding bill) creating a Senate Study Committee to examine disparities in capital funding for Georgia's charter schools. The committee will study how charter schools access facility improvement funds compared to traditional public schools, reviewing current mechanisms like E-SPLOST and bond financing. It will gather input from school leaders and experts to assess challenges, with a report due by December 2025. The resolution itself does not allocate funds or change policy - it only establishes a committee to analyze the issue.

A RESOLUTION honoring Cyndi West for her 25 years of distinguished service to the Georgia State Senate and the citizens of this state; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Terri Brown for her exceptional service and dedication to the citizens of Georgia. The bill formally recognizes her 20-year military career as a U.S. Army Medic/EMT and her civilian work as a Medical, Financial, and Legal Liaison who helps individuals navigate healthcare, financial, and legal systems. It also acknowledges her personal contributions to the community through fostering, adoption, and serving as a legal guardian for a senior citizen. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Terri Brown as a formal commendation.

A RESOLUTION commending John Haupert for his outstanding service as President and Chief Executive Officer of Grady Health System upon the occasion of his retirement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and memory of Nelson I. Adelman, a distinguished citizen of Georgia who passed away on February 26, 2026. The bill directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Adelman's family as a formal expression of the state's condolences. It recognizes his contributions to the community, including his military service, business leadership, and family legacy, without creating any new laws or policies. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing substantive legislative changes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Andrea Young upon her retirement as Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends the Atlanta Botanical Garden on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It directly affects the Atlanta Botanical Garden by acknowledging its contributions to conservation, education, and community enrichment over five decades. The resolution highlights the garden's achievements, including its expansion to a second campus in Gainesville and its various conservation initiatives. The Senate will distribute a copy of this resolution to the garden as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial measure with no changes to laws or funding.