A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Charlotte Keenan on winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in Domestic and International Extemporaneous Speaking; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 492) passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Hattie B. Dorsey, a prominent Atlanta housing advocate and community leader who died on May 29, 2024. It recognizes her founding role in the Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, her work advancing affordable housing and minority participation in redevelopment, and her legacy of breaking racial and gender barriers. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to her family and commemorates her contributions to Atlanta communities. As a purely commemorative measure, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Anat Sultan-Dadon, Consul General of Israel to the Southeastern United States, for her exemplary service in strengthening the bonds between the State of Israel and the State of Georgia and for her steadfast friendship to the people of Georgia; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Reverend Darion Hutcherson upon being named the 2025 Counselor of the Year by the Atlanta Public School System; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 468) honors the life and memory of Lottie Watkins, a former Georgia House of Representatives member (1977-1980) and founder of Lottie Watkins Enterprises, Inc. (founded 1960), who advanced Black real estate ownership and civil rights. It commemorates her legacy through a 2023 marker at her Atlanta building and recognizes her contributions to economic development, social justice, and community leadership. The resolution serves as a ceremonial tribute, expressing the Senate’s condolences to her family and affirming her impact on Georgia. It has no policy or legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to public assistance, so as to provide for a public option buy-in program to provide healthcare coverage to individuals not eligible for Medicaid coverage or enrollment through a health exchange; to provide for definitions; to provide requirements for the program; to provide for any necessary state plan amendments or waivers; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 469), not a policy bill. It formally honors Gene Ferguson, a Georgia citizen who died on March 3, 2025, by expressing the Senate's condolences and recognizing his character, community contributions, and dedication to family. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Ferguson's family. It has no legislative impact or policy changes - it is solely a commemorative gesture.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 441) urges Georgia state agencies to develop strategies for attracting federal workers displaced by agency relocations, particularly those affected by changes in federal employment patterns. It specifically encourages state departments to create incentives for these workers to join Georgia's public and private workforce, referencing Atlanta's established federal presence like the CDC headquarters. The resolution has no legal force but calls for state departments to explore ways to support displaced federal employees and promote Georgia as a location for federal investment. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic call to action for state agencies.
Maddy summarySR 440 is a Senate resolution recognizing Tricia Gephardt for her volunteer work, public service career, and community leadership in Georgia, including her role on Capitol Hill, founding The Postcard Project, and contributions to education and youth development. Adopted by the Senate on March 25, 2025, the resolution formally honors her efforts without creating legal obligations or affecting any policies. It does not impose requirements or change laws but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her civic engagement.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Bethann Frillman for her 20+ years of community service in DeKalb County, including her work on voter protection efforts and election process improvements. The resolution formally commends her career achievements as a business owner, former Fortune 100 executive, and volunteer leader, but contains no policy changes or binding obligations. It is purely symbolic, with no legislative impact beyond honoring her contributions.
