Sen. Sonya Halpern

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies, so as to provide for the establishment of the Georgia Artificial Intelligence Commission; to provide for responsibilities; to provide for purpose; to provide for assignment to the Georgia Technology Authority; to provide for annual reports; to provide for membership, terms, meetings, and compensation; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to alcoholic beverages, so as to provide for regulation of the manufacture, distribution, and sale of certain alcoholic beverages; to provide for a definition; to provide for the state revenue commissioner to promulgate certain rules and regulations; to authorize manufacturers of malt beverages to sell the malt beverages they produce, subject to certain limitations and conditions; to increase the daily maximum of malt beverages per individual per day of sales for consumption off the premises; to permit small brewers to sell a limited quantity of malt beverages at wholesale; to provide for related matters; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the League of Women Voters of Georgia (LWVGA) for its historical and ongoing work in voter education, election advocacy, and civic engagement. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or directly affect any individuals or policies. The resolution formally acknowledges the LWVGA's role since 1920 - from advancing suffrage to modern efforts on election reform and voting rights - without implementing any concrete policy changes. As a procedural resolution, it serves solely to honor the organization's contributions to Georgia's democratic process.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commemorating the Georgia School of Orthodontics on the occasion of its 10th anniversary and inviting its leadership to be recognized by the Georgia Senate; and for other purposes.

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.

A RESOLUTION honoring the life and memory of Bishop William "Bill" Harris and recognizing February 17, 2026, as Bishop William "Bill" Harris Day; and for other purposes.

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 5 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state public library activities, so as to authorize the possession of opioid antagonists in public libraries; to define a term; to authorize public libraries to maintain a supply of opioid antagonists; to authorize public library personnel to administer opioid antagonists and carry opioid antagonists on their person; to provide for immunity; to provide for activation of the emergency medical services system and notification of emergency contacts; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.