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.
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Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and service of John Wesley Wilder, Jr., a veteran, community leader, and long-time resident of Georgia. The bill formally recognizes his military career in the U.S. Army, where he served for 20 years and received multiple decorations including the Purple Heart, as well as his subsequent public service and civic involvement. It does not change laws or policies but serves as an official commendation from the state legislature to acknowledge his contributions.
A RESOLUTION commending Mayor Jimmy Daniels Jr. for his outstanding leadership, service, and commitment to the citizens of Oglethorpe and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Dr. Stephanie Johnson for her dedicated service to the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE); 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 resolution creates a 20-member Joint Study Committee to examine Georgia's rapidly rising foster care costs, which have increased 159% since 2022 (from $141 million to over $164 million projected for 2026). The committee includes state agency leaders, legislative members, and child welfare representatives to assess service costs, funding sustainability, and potential efficiencies in the foster care system. It will operate until December 2026, with the goal of identifying recommendations for future legislative action to address cost challenges. The study focuses on analyzing current costs and system operations, not implementing immediate policy changes.
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.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Ladena P. Harbison for her personal and professional achievements. It recognizes her background as a competitive athlete, musician, and business professional who has worked in various sectors including healthcare and technology. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Harbison as an official acknowledgment of her contributions. This type of legislative action serves as a ceremonial honor rather than establishing new laws or policies.