Sen. Tonya Anderson

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution honoring Dr. Terry L. Hudson II, a Georgia resident and former Army intelligence analyst. It formally recognizes his distinguished service in national security, including his military career, work in federal and industry security roles, and current position as Garrison Security Manager at Fort Benning. The resolution expresses appreciation for his contributions to public safety and national defense, and authorizes the Senate Secretary to distribute a copy of the document to Dr. Hudson.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Dallas Austin for his outstanding contributions to music, culture, and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2A Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions of the Department of Public Health, so as to authorize the department to award grants to eligible entities to conduct clinical trials approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration as a part of a multistate consortium using ibogaine as an investigational new drug for the treatment of opioid use disorder, co-occurring substance use disorder, and any other neurological or mental health conditions as related to veterans for which ibogaine demonstrates efficacy; to provide for a short title; to provide for an effective date; to provide for contingencies; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Jaylan King for his achievements in broadcasting and media. The bill directly affects Jaylan King, a Columbus, Georgia radio announcer and media entrepreneur, by honoring his career contributions. Key provisions include acknowledging his 15+ years in radio, his role as a trusted voice on WBFA FM 98.3, his receipt of the African American Broadcaster Radio Legends Award as its youngest recipient, and his work founding a multimedia production company. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to King.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Articles 2 and 7 of Chapter 11 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commencement of action and service and default judgment, respectively, so as to provide for defendant notices of certain proceedings and pleadings when such defendant failed to file pleadings; to clarify defendant's right to appear and introduce evidence of damages in certain default judgment actions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the Lambda Epsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. for its 50th anniversary. It formally acknowledges the chapter's five decades of service in DeKalb County, Georgia, highlighting its contributions to education, health awareness, and community development. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to the organization as a gesture of appreciation. This measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as an official expression of recognition for the sorority's community impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution recognizing and commending Mayor Patti Garrett on her retirement from public service. It acknowledges her 16 years of leadership in Decatur, Georgia, including her work on the City Commission and her tenure as mayor, where she oversaw projects like the purchase of Legacy Park and initiatives to improve downtown development and school safety. The resolution formally congratulates her on retiring and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to Mayor Garrett. This is a ceremonial measure intended to honor her contributions rather than enact new policy or change laws.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones for her extraordinary service to the State of Georgia upon the occasion of her retirement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the 2026 Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides for their exemplary service to the Georgia Senate. It directly affects the named individuals who have worked as legislative assistants for Senate committees and leadership during the 2026 regular session. The resolution formally acknowledges their dedication to ensuring efficient administration of Senate committee hearings and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the legislative process. The Senate has authorized the distribution of copies of this resolution to the recognized aides as a gesture of recognition for their hard work.