A RESOLUTION honoring the life and memory of Bishop William "Bill" Harris and recognizing February 17, 2026, as Bishop William "Bill" Harris Day; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 678), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez, Ph.D., for his 41-year career in higher education and community service, particularly his 18 years as Vice President of Student and International Affairs at the University of North Florida. The resolution highlights his military service, academic achievements, leadership roles on boards (including the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and Girl Scouts), and awards like the Fulbright Scholar honor. It specifically commends him upon his retirement and extends best wishes, with no policy changes or financial impact. As a procedural resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond honoring an individual.
A RESOLUTION commending Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for its 113 years of service and recognizing February 23, 2026, as Delta Day at the State Capital; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 675) recognizing Eko Club Atlanta (ECA) for its 25th anniversary. It formally commends ECA, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, for its 25+ years of humanitarian work including medical outreach, food security, educational support, and volunteer service across Georgia, the U.S., Nigeria, Canada, and the U.K. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Georgia Senate’s appreciation through a formal commendation and directs a copy to be sent to ECA.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to employment and training of peace officers, so as to provide for training in the evacuation of persons with disabilities during an emergency; to amend Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to emergency management, so as to provide for emergency evacuation procedures for persons with disabilities, subject to appropriations; to provide for definitions; to provide for legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 664), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes February 10, 2026, as "Dyslexia Day" at the Georgia state capitol. The resolution highlights dyslexia as a common neurological learning disability affecting many Georgians, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and support. It does not create new laws or programs but serves to raise awareness about dyslexia's educational impact. The Senate passed it on February 2, 2026, directing the Secretary to distribute copies publicly.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 653) formally recognizes "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It is a ceremonial resolution acknowledging the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its affiliates, which operate statewide litter prevention, recycling, and community beautification programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies - it solely serves to honor the organization's efforts through a formal Senate recognition. The Senate adopted this resolution on February 2, 2026.
Maddy summarySR 663 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the week of February 2-6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. It highlights the role of school counselors in supporting students' academic success, career planning, and personal development. The resolution formally directs the Georgia Senate to recognize this week and authorizes distributing a copy to the Georgia School Counselor Association. This resolution does not create new laws or affect funding - it serves as a public acknowledgment of counselors' contributions.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 4 of Article 17 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to sick, personal, and maternity leave for teachers and other school personnel, so as to increase from three to five the number of accumulated sick leave days teachers and other school personnel may take each school year for personal or professional reasons; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution designates February 2, 2026, as "Clark Atlanta University Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the university's history, academic programs, economic impact, and community contributions through its "whereas" clauses. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it is solely a symbolic gesture of acknowledgment by the state legislature.
