Sen. Kim Jackson

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 create the Georgia Interagency Council for the Homeless; to provide for the purpose, membership, and duties of such council; to provide for reporting of activities; to provide for compensation; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Daniel Waldon Wright Jr., a respected educator and Savannah native who passed away on March 7, 2026. The bill formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences and acknowledges his contributions as president of the Georgia Association of Educators and his role as a devoted family man. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright's family for their records. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Elena Parent for her public service as she retires from the Georgia State Senate. It highlights her leadership roles, such as chairing the Senate Democratic Caucus, and her committee memberships in education, judiciary, and other areas. The resolution also acknowledges her community involvement and expresses congratulations on her retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Ayomide Rahman, a student from London studying law and political science in Georgia. It recognizes her participation in the Georgia Legislative Internship Program, where she gained experience working in the Office of Senator Kim Jackson. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Rahman as an official acknowledgment of her service.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Nicholas House Inc. for its longstanding commitment to serving families experiencing homelessness and honoring the Dream Builders Event on April 23, 2026; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally commends Chloe Weems, a student at Agnes Scott College, for her contributions as a legislative intern. The bill recognizes her work supporting communications efforts in the Office of Senator Kim Jackson during the 2026 regular session of the Georgia General Assembly. Additionally, it highlights her broader community service, including roles with the International Rescue Committee and volunteer teaching, as well as her leadership in campus organizations. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Ms. Weems as an official acknowledgment of her achievements.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service. It directly affects Senator Harbison by acknowledging his leadership, integrity, and dedication to the citizens of Georgia. The key provision is a formal commendation from the Senate to honor his contributions and congratulate him on his retirement. The resolution also directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Jorvis D. McGee for his service as a legislative intern during the 2026 regular session of the Georgia General Assembly. The resolution recognizes his work supporting daily operations and public service efforts while he pursued his doctoral studies at Clark Atlanta University. It also acknowledges his leadership as president of the Graduate Student Government Association, where he managed student advocacy and policy initiatives. Finally, the Senate directs its Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to McGee as an official record of the commendation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Freddie Powell Sims for her public service. It honors her contributions to the Georgia State Senate, including her leadership in various committees and her work on education and infrastructure projects. The resolution also congratulates her on her retirement and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to her.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of property, so as to authorize certain local governing authorities to provide temporary tax relief from the taxes levied for the harvest or sale of standing timber in certain disaster areas;to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title and legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.