Sen. Tonya Anderson

Maddy summarySR 751 is a ceremonial Senate resolution (not a policy bill) honoring Shontell Saunders-Murphy for her service as a U.S. Navy veteran (Master-at-Arms, 1995 discharge), her leadership as President/CEO of Veterans Advocate, Inc., and her advocacy for veterans and underserved communities. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 11, 2026, formally recognizes her contributions and directs the Senate Secretary to provide her with a copy. It does not create new laws, affect any group, or alter policies - only expressing formal appreciation for her career.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 755) expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences and honors the life of Dr. Thomas L. Coleman following his death on January 31, 2026. It commemorates his military service in the U.S. Air Force, decades of public service in Georgia (including roles with DeKalb County, the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, and housing authorities), and community contributions. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Senate on February 11, 2026, and directs the Senate Secretary to share a copy with his family. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or individuals.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 747) recognizing Wayne Collins, a Morrow City Council member and U.S. Army veteran. It formally commends his 22-year military service (including units in Georgia, Germany, Korea, and Kuwait), his community leadership roles (such as Morrow Planning and Zoning Board Chairman and Veterans of Foreign Wars Commander), and his volunteer work. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation through a formal written commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 11, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Subpart 2 of Part 1 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to compulsory attendance relative to elementary and secondary school students, so as to require the local governing body for each school system and public school to adopt a policy providing that students shall be granted excused absences for up to three mental health days per school year; to require local school systems and public schools to provide information to students and parents about available mental health resources; to require the State Board of Education to develop a model policy; to provide a definition; to provide a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2B of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to promise scholarship accounts, so as to establish accountability measures for private schools participating in the promise scholarship program; to require the education savings authority to establish an academic performance standard for participating schools; to require the education savings authority to conduct annual eligibility review of participating schools; to require the education savings authority to take certain measures if a participating school is no longer eligible to enroll participating students or fails to meet the academic performance standard; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Dr. John Pace, III, on his outstanding public service as a superintendent of Henry County Schools; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 727) formally recognizes the Eta Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., as a historically significant organization. It acknowledges the chapter's founding in Atlanta in 1919 as Georgia's first Black Greek-letter fraternity chapter and its long history of community service, including roles in establishing Black History Month, civil rights activism, and supporting Atlanta's development. The Senate passed the resolution to commend the chapter's contributions and extend well-wishes for its continued work. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new legal obligations or affect any policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 736) is a ceremonial recognition of Marji Coles, founder of the Georgia nonprofit Ladies of 2morrow, and her organization. It honors their work supporting youth development, women empowerment, and family stability in underserved Atlanta communities through mentorship, life skills training, and mental health support. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's commendation and extends best wishes for the organization's continued growth. It directly affects only the named individual and organization, with no new laws or requirements created.

A RESOLUTION commending and honoring former President Barack Obama during Black History Month and condemning racist attacks and rhetoric directed toward him; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to require Medicaid coverage for heart and lung transplants when medically necessary; to provide for related healthcare services including immunosuppressant drugs; to provide for a state plan amendment or waiver request; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.