Sen. Kim Jackson

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 407) honoring the late Mr. Abit Massey, a former Georgia Poultry Federation leader and community figure. It expresses the Senate's condolences on his passing and recognizes his service to Georgia, including his work in the poultry industry, legal background, and community roles. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a formal tribute, not a bill with legislative changes. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 415) that honors Girls on the Run Georgia for its work supporting girls in grades 3-8. It recognizes the organization's 25th anniversary and its mission to build confidence, emotional resilience, and community through running-based programs, citing that 92% of participants learned better emotional coping skills. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply commends the organization and its supporters (donors, volunteers, partners) and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Girls on the Run Georgia.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 403), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends Valerie Taylor, a Georgia cancer survivor and advocate, for her work raising awareness about Medicaid coverage gaps affecting cancer patients. The resolution highlights her personal experience with blood cancer and breast cancer, her advocacy efforts with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), and her role in inspiring policy changes for equitable healthcare access. The Senate adopted this resolution on March 20, 2025, to honor her contributions.

A RESOLUTION urging the Federal Railroad Administration to deny CSX's request to become the first railroad to use Trip Optimizer's Zero-to-Zero feature; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (SR 405), not a bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes Arabia Mountain Vineyard for its contributions to agritourism, environmental stewardship, and community engagement in DeKalb, Rockdale, and Henry counties. The resolution highlights the vineyard's role in providing hands-on agricultural education, supporting local schools and charities, promoting organic farming (reducing pesticide waste by 90%), and contributing to climate mitigation through carbon sequestration. The resolution has no binding effect beyond the formal recognition.

A RESOLUTION commending Techbridge Inc. on the occasion of its 25th anniversary and recognizing March 17, 2025, as Techbridge Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 409), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Darren Myles, a high school football coach with 18 seasons at Atlanta schools, for his leadership, community service, and role in mentoring athletes who have pursued professional careers (including the NFL). The resolution specifically cites his 2024 Atlanta Falcons Coach of the Year award and his dedication to students. It has no legal effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the Senate’s commendation and directs a copy be sent to Myles.

A RESOLUTION commending Side by Side Brain Injury Clubhouse Inc. for 25 years of work in transforming the lives of Georgians recovering from brain injuries and brain injury-related disabilities and recognizing March 11, 2025, as Side by Side Clubhouse Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 380 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring Leisa Powers, a Decatur community leader and longtime member of the Decatur Education Foundation. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on March 13, 2025, expresses condolences to her family and recognizes her professional career at Cox Enterprises, her work supporting children's education, and her dedication to community and family in Decatur. It does not create new laws or policies but formally commemorates her life and legacy through a ceremonial Senate statement.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 389) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) on its 25th anniversary. It recognizes the festival's role in fostering cultural understanding through film, highlighting its growth from 1,900 attendees in 2000 to over 38,600 by 2015. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply honors the AJFF's contributions to community dialogue and the arts. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in March 2025.