A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Articles 2 and 7 of Chapter 11 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commencement of action and service and default judgment, respectively, so as to provide for defendant notices of certain proceedings and pleadings when such defendant failed to file pleadings; to clarify defendant's right to appear and introduce evidence of damages in certain default judgment actions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 31B of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to charter school capital finance, so as to establish the Georgia Charter School Facilities Authority for the purpose of enabling charter schools to obtain revolving loan funds and other public financing assistance for purposes of constructing, renovating, and rehabilitating educational facilities for such schools;to amend Article 2 of Chapter 17 of Title 50 of the O.C.G.A., the "Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission Act," so as to provide for the issuance of general obligation bonds by the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission to provide for educational facilities for charter schools; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the Lambda Epsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. for its 50th anniversary. It formally acknowledges the chapter's five decades of service in DeKalb County, Georgia, highlighting its contributions to education, health awareness, and community development. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to the organization as a gesture of appreciation. This measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as an official expression of recognition for the sorority's community impact.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones for her extraordinary service to the State of Georgia upon the occasion of her retirement; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the 2026 Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides for their exemplary service to the Georgia Senate. It directly affects the named individuals who have worked as legislative assistants for Senate committees and leadership during the 2026 regular session. The resolution formally acknowledges their dedication to ensuring efficient administration of Senate committee hearings and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the legislative process. The Senate has authorized the distribution of copies of this resolution to the recognized aides as a gesture of recognition for their hard work.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Ladena P. Harbison for her personal and professional achievements. It recognizes her background as a competitive athlete, musician, and business professional who has worked in various sectors including healthcare and technology. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Harbison as an official acknowledgment of her contributions. This type of legislative action serves as a ceremonial honor rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally commends and congratulates Elana Meyers Taylor, a bobsled athlete from Georgia, for her outstanding achievements in winter sports. The bill recognizes her six Olympic medals, including a gold medal at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics, and highlights her status as one of the most decorated athletes in bobsled history. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Taylor as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to the sport and her role as an inspiration to future athletes from Georgia.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates October 5-9, 2026, as Georgia Pre-K Week to honor the state's early childhood education program. The resolution recognizes the program's achievements, including serving over half of the state's four-year-olds and preparing more than 2 million children for kindergarten. It thanks educators and staff involved in the program and encourages community participation in the observance. The bill does not change laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of the program's impact.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Dorothy Norwood, a celebrated gospel singer and storyteller from Georgia, for her decades of contributions to gospel music. The bill formally recognizes her career achievements, including her work with The Caravans, her solo albums, and her numerous Grammy and Stellar Award nominations. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Norwood as a gesture of appreciation. This commemorative measure does not alter laws or create new policies but serves to acknowledge her cultural and artistic legacy.
