A RESOLUTION acknowledging the outstanding leadership of Pamela J. Brown during her time serving as Chairwoman of the Rockdale County Board of Education; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 97) formally recognizes and commends Robert Wayne Mock Sr. for his 45-year career in Gwinnett County's judicial system, including roles as Recorder's Court Judge, State Court Judge, and State Court Chief Judge. It has no legal effect beyond ceremonial acknowledgment; the resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide Mock Sr. with a copy of the resolution. The text highlights his service from 1976 through retirement in 2012, emphasizing his contributions to justice and community. No policy changes or affected parties are involved.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 87) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Communities in Schools (CIS) for its work supporting Georgia students. It formally commends CIS for providing resources to disadvantaged students through school-based coordinators, citing their 2024-2025 service to over 120,000 students across nearly 50 school districts and reported outcomes like 98% graduation rates. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and directs the Secretary to distribute a copy to CIS. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws or affect any specific group beyond acknowledging CIS's contributions.
Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.
Maddy summarySR 73 is a Georgia Senate resolution recognizing the Georgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (GSLHA) for its work supporting speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and related professionals who provide services to Georgians with communication, hearing, and swallowing disorders. The resolution, adopted by the Senate on February 3, 2025, commends the association's members for serving vulnerable populations - including through Medicaid, PeachCare for Kids, and Babies Can't Wait programs - in schools, hospitals, clinics, and other community settings. It does not create new laws or policies but formally honors the GSLHA's contributions to public health and education.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 76) honoring Robert L. Strother as the 2023-2024 Georgia Logger of the Year. It recognizes his three-generation logging family legacy, leadership of Strother Timber Company, and contributions to Georgia's forestry community, including industry awards, community engagement, and supporting forestry education. The resolution contains no policy changes or obligations - it simply extends formal congratulations and best wishes to Strother through a symbolic Senate resolution. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 3, 2025.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 81) formally congratulates the Dalton State College men's golf team for winning the 2024 NAIA National Golf Championship. It recognizes their season record of eight tournament wins, defeating 131 teams, and highlights five players earning NAIA All-American honors, including one historic Academic All-American. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture by the Senate to honor the team’s achievement. The Senate authorized distributing a copy of the resolution to the team, with no binding requirements or changes to laws.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 82) designates February 6, 2025, as "National Guard Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the service and contributions of the Georgia National Guard, including its members, units, and recent responses to hurricanes and other emergencies. The resolution has no legal effect or new requirements - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Georgia Senate. The bill was adopted by the Senate on February 3, 2025.
Maddy summarySR 68 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing January 30, 2025, as "APRN Day" at the state capitol. It formally honors Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) through a day of recognition at the state government building. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply designates a specific date for ceremonial acknowledgment. The Senate adopted this resolution on January 30, 2025, as a symbolic gesture toward APRNs.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 64 of Title 33 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation and licensure of pharmacy benefits managers, so as to provide that such managers have a duty of care to insureds, health plans, and providers; to provide for definitions; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for a priority of duties; to provide for a private right of action; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
