Sen. RaShaun Kemp

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends the Salem High School Band for its outstanding achievements during the 2025 season. The bill directly affects the band members and school administration by officially honoring their teamwork, dedication, and excellence in music and performance. Key provisions include acknowledging the band's Top 15 regional ranking and Superior ratings in state evaluations, with the Senate Secretary authorized to distribute copies of the resolution to the band. This is a ceremonial measure that does not change laws or allocate funding, but rather serves to publicly acknowledge the band's accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service to the State of Georgia. It highlights his long career in the state Senate, his leadership roles on various committees, and his contributions as a veteran who helped establish veteran-related programs in Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison as an official acknowledgment of his accomplishments.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival for its outstanding efforts to foster a long and steady friendship between the City of Conyers and country of Japan; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Celeste H. Teal for her personal and professional accomplishments. The measure recognizes her background, education, and community service, highlighting her journey from childhood in Georgia to earning degrees in business administration and digital marketing. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Teal as a formal acknowledgment of her achievements. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Senate.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Anna Roach for her service as Executive Director of the Atlanta Regional Commission. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her leadership in regional planning and public service. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Roach as a keepsake of the recognition. The measure is non-binding and has no impact on government operations or funding.

A RESOLUTION honoring Claire Lewis "Yum" Arnold for her visionary leadership, entrepreneurial excellence, and distinguished contributions to business, philanthropy, and civic life; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Frances Potter Ross for 51 incredible years of service to the United States Social Security Administration office; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 800 is a resolution creating Georgia's Joint Study Committee on the Generational Sustainability of Family Farms. It directly affects Georgia's family farms, which contribute $100.4 billion to the state economy and face challenges like declining farmer income, rising input costs, mental health crises, and workforce shortages. The committee will study these issues and recommend policies to support existing farms, develop new markets, reduce input costs, and prepare the next generation of farmers. The committee, composed of 11 legislators and the Agriculture Commissioner, must submit its findings by December 1, 2026. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study body, not a law with immediate policy changes.

A RESOLUTION urging the United States Department of Homeland Security and United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to refrain from immigration enforcement activity in the immediate vicinity of polling places and locations where ballots are being cast in the State of Georgia; urging the Secretary of State to issue uniform guidance and protocols to protect voters, poll workers, and election officials from intimidation; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. and the 100 Black Men of America Inc. and recognizing March 10, 2026, as their Joint Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.