Sen. Billy Hickman

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 20, 2026, as Donor Day at the Georgia state capitol to honor organ, eye, and tissue donors and recognize organizations like Donate Life Georgia and LifeLink of Georgia that promote donation registration. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the work of donors, their families, and advocacy groups in advancing donation awareness. The resolution encourages Georgians to register as donors through standard channels like driver's license applications or the DonateLifeGeorgia.org website. It is a ceremonial recognition with no direct regulatory impact on individuals or organizations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 767), not a policy bill. It formally honors the life and memory of Celeste Coleman Shearouse, a Savannah, Georgia resident who passed away on January 30, 2026. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences to her family and recognizes her 37-year service at St. Joseph's Candler Hospital, volunteer work with SAFE KIDS Savannah, and community contributions like founding the St. Vincent's 1845 Foundation. The Senate adopted it on February 17, 2026, and directed the Secretary to send a copy to her family.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 768) formally recognizes and commends the Red Star Foundation for its work addressing suicide prevention among military personnel, veterans, and first responders. It does not create new policies or allocate funds - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation for the foundation's efforts. The resolution highlights the foundation's programs, such as peer support networks and public awareness initiatives, aimed at reducing suicide rates in these communities. It directly affects the Red Star Foundation by publicly honoring its contributions, with no direct impact on affected individuals or new legislative changes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 24 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to insurance generally, so as to provide for certain health benefit policies to cover an annual chest imaging test and any additional medically necessary chest imaging tests for a covered person who has undergone a mastectomy or other cancer treatment; to provide definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 759), not a policy bill. It formally commends Quanya Pendleton-Sears, a fourth-grade science and social studies teacher at Heritage Elementary School, for being selected as a 2026 Don Cargill STEM Scholar. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of her dedication to education and her role in enhancing student learning through STEM engagement. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely an honorific gesture with no binding effect.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Logan Crosby for his professional achievements and contributions to the State of Georgia and the arts; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION honoring the lives of correctional officers Christopher Monica and Curtis Billue and dedicating a road in their memory; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to selling and other trade practices, so as to enact the "Age-Appropriate Design Code Act"; to provide for definitions; to provide for effective dates; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 734) formally commends Dr. Ekaterina Mirzakulova, a chemistry instructor at Central Georgia Technical College, for being named the 2025 Technical College System of Georgia Instructor of the Year. It recognizes her award-winning teaching excellence, innovative practices, and leadership in technical education. The Senate resolves to send Dr. Mirzakulova a copy of this resolution as a formal expression of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 11, 2026, as Kia Day at the state capitol and commending Kia's vehicle manufacturing and impact to the state; and for other purposes.