Sen. Sally Harrell

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 818 formally recognizes Commissioner Walter Rabon of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources as the recipient of the 2026 Conservation Trailblazer Award from the Dallas Safari Club. The resolution highlights his decades-long career in wildlife conservation, including roles as a Conservation Ranger, Deputy Commissioner, and current Commissioner, as well as his leadership in initiatives like the DNR Career Academy and Outdoors Beyond Barriers. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions to protecting Georgia's natural resources and expanding outdoor access opportunities for all citizens.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 787) formally celebrates the dedication of the Sons of Atlanta Vietnam War Memorial Project on March 29, 2026, in Atlanta's Piedmont Park. It recognizes the memorial honoring over 240 veterans from Fulton County who served during the Vietnam War era, with their hometowns listed beneath a national seal. The Senate passed this resolution to support the project's commemorative purpose and community engagement efforts, including public participation through engraved bricks. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but affirms support for the memorial's dedication.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 788) formally recognizes and commends the City of Social Circle, Georgia, for opposing a proposed federal detention facility. The resolution highlights the city's concerns that the facility would triple its population, strain infrastructure, and pose safety risks near an elementary school. It specifically notes the city's stand against perceived federal overreach, aligning with principles of local sovereignty and limited government. The resolution has no binding effect - it is purely ceremonial, expressing support through a formal commendation to the city's leadership.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 785) recognizing Mark Arnold for his community service. It formally commends him for his work as a Decatur City Commissioner, his role as vice president at CRH Americas Materials, and his founding of Nuestro Banco, a Spanish-language bank. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 18, 2026, and serves only to honor Arnold's contributions without creating any new laws or policies.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits relative to state income taxes; to amend Code Section 48-11-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to excise tax imposed, rates for tobacco and vaping products, exemptions, collection and payment, and tax separately identified; to amend Chapter 2A of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to student scholarship organizations, so as to repeal and reserve Code Section 20-2A-4, relating to list of student scholarship organizations to be provided to the General Assembly; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 765) is a symbolic gesture recognizing and commending law enforcement officers in Georgia and the U.S. It does not create new laws or allocate funding. The resolution cites statistics about officer safety, casualties, and mental health challenges to honor current and fallen officers, and to support their well-being. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate with no binding policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 766) formally recognizes the St. Marys Submarine Museum on its 30th anniversary. It commemorates the museum's founding in 1996 and its role in preserving submarine history, including its service to Naval Base Kings Bay personnel, midshipmen, and submarine veterans. The Senate resolution encourages Georgians to visit the museum, which is located in a historic downtown St. Marys building and is part of Georgia's WWII Heritage Trail. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but publicly honors the museum's community impact and historical significance.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 769) passed by the Georgia Senate to formally recognize Renee S. Knight for her public service. It specifically commends her work as Morrow City Council member and Mayor Pro-Tem (2017-2021), her current role as a business analyst for Clayton County Public Schools, and her community leadership. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation with no direct impact on laws, funding, or individuals beyond the recognition itself.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating George Washington Carver High School on winning the 2025 GHSA Class 2A State Football Championship; and for other purposes.

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.