Sen. Brian Strickland

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 521) passed by the Georgia Senate to recognize NFL player Leonard Floyd. It commends his athletic career, including his Super Bowl LVI victory with the Los Angeles Rams, his record as a pass rusher, and his return to Georgia as a member of the Atlanta Falcons. The resolution formally honors his achievements and leadership, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents. It serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for his contributions to football and his community.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 518) recognizing Ascend Church for its third anniversary. It formally commends the church for its community service and religious work, as described in the resolution's "whereas" clauses. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic acknowledgment by the Senate. It does not impact any laws, funding, or individuals beyond issuing this formal commendation to the church.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 514) formally recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2025, as World Autism Awareness Day. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote inclusion for individuals with autism. The resolution highlights the importance of early intervention and support services while shifting focus from awareness to acceptance. It was adopted by the Senate on April 2, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies to the public and press.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 37 and Title 42 of the Official Code of Georgia, relating to mental health and penal institutions, respectively, so as to establish a grant program to create peer support programs in hospitals; to create peer support programs for individuals in penal institutions; to provide for quarterly and annual reports; to provide for consultation and cooperation with agencies, courts, organizations, and any entity which interacts with individuals who are incarcerated, on parole, or on probation to establish peer mentor programs; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate committee to study whether Georgia should adopt the FairTax - a national proposal to replace income taxes with a sales tax. The committee, led by the Senate Finance Committee chair and composed of five senators, will examine the FairTax's potential impact on Georgia's tax system and report findings by December 1, 2025. It does not change tax law but directs a formal review of this specific reform idea. The committee’s work is limited to analysis and recommendations, with no authority to implement changes. This procedural resolution affects Georgia legislators involved in the study, not the general public or tax rates.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate Study Committee focused on examining unscrupulous companion animal breeding practices, such as puppy mills and backyard breeding operations. The committee, composed of five appointed Senate members, will study issues including animal welfare concerns, enforcement gaps in existing laws, and impacts on shelters and communities. It will issue recommendations by December 1, 2025, but does not enact new laws or directly affect any specific group. As a procedural resolution, it solely establishes a study body with no immediate policy changes.

A RESOLUTION applauding Senator Brandon Beach for his exceptional service in the Georgia State Senate, his leadership in both public and private sectors, and congratulating him on his recent appointment as United States Treasurer in the current Trump Administration; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate Study Committee to examine inclusive educational settings for students with disabilities in Georgia. The committee, appointed by the Senate President, will study current conditions, benefits (like improved academic performance and independence), and barriers to inclusion, then recommend potential legislative changes. It does not enact new laws but will report findings by December 2025. The committee’s work directly affects students with disabilities and educators in Georgia’s public schools. The resolution is procedural, focusing solely on research and recommendations, not immediate policy implementation.

Maddy summarySR 444 is a resolution creating the Senate Civil Rights Protections Study Committee to examine Georgia's lack of comprehensive civil rights laws covering employment, housing, public accommodations, and public services. The committee will review existing protections, analyze discrimination data, study other states' laws, and assess enforcement mechanisms to identify gaps and recommend potential legislation. It will operate until December 1, 2025, and must file a report with the Senate based on its findings. This is a procedural step for future policy development, not an immediate law change.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors William Edwards, a University of North Georgia student and Army ROTC cadet, for being named a presidential fellow at the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress. It recognizes his academic achievements (including a perfect 4.0 GPA), military leadership roles, ROTC scholarship, and participation in programs like the Russian language scholarship. The resolution is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's congratulations and best wishes without creating any new policies or obligations.