Sen. Sally Harrell

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 699) formally recognizes and commends Noelia Sargento, the 2025 recipient of Georgia's Technical College System of Georgia's Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) award. It honors her academic achievements as an adult learner and her role as an ambassador representing Georgia's 22,000+ adult education students. The Senate resolution, adopted on February 5, 2026, includes a formal commendation and directs that a copy be provided to Ms. Sargento. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes and commends the Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO) for its work training orthodontists and providing affordable, high-quality dental care in Georgia. It specifically highlights GSO's new John Lewis Legacy Scholarships - funded by an $8.5 million initiative providing 47 three-year scholarships over 12 years - and its community program "Gift of a Smile," which offers free dental care to children, adults, and veterans. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but expresses legislative support for the school's mission and community impact. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2026.

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.

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 Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to employment and training of peace officers, so as to provide for training in the evacuation of persons with disabilities during an emergency; to amend Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to emergency management, so as to provide for emergency evacuation procedures for persons with disabilities, subject to appropriations; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 664), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes February 10, 2026, as "Dyslexia Day" at the Georgia state capitol. The resolution highlights dyslexia as a common neurological learning disability affecting many Georgians, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and support. It does not create new laws or programs but serves to raise awareness about dyslexia's educational impact. The Senate passed it on February 2, 2026, directing the Secretary to distribute copies publicly.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 653) formally recognizes "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It is a ceremonial resolution acknowledging the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its affiliates, which operate statewide litter prevention, recycling, and community beautification programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies - it solely serves to honor the organization's efforts through a formal Senate recognition. The Senate adopted this resolution on February 2, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) formally recognizing Gail B. Hambrick, a Clayton County Commissioner for District 2. It honors her 30+ years of community service, public safety initiatives, and leadership in expanding neighborhood programs and events like the Back to School Bash. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia Senate’s commendation of her work. It directly affects Commissioner Hambrick as the recipient of this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Ronald 'Ron' F. Wakefield for his outstanding public service with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities; and for other purposes.