Sen. Clint Dixon

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic Senate resolution (SR 577) that formally recognizes the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for its service to the state. It commends the organization - comprising over 400 radio and TV broadcasters - for informing the public, supporting communities during disasters, and fostering civic engagement during elections. The resolution has no policy or funding impact; it is purely ceremonial, with the Senate directing the Secretary to provide a copy to the Association. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 580) is a ceremonial gesture by the Georgia Senate to honor Tadmore Elementary School in Hall County for its 100th anniversary, marking its founding in 1926. It formally congratulates the school for its century-long role in educating students and fostering academic excellence, character development, and community engagement. The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it simply expresses the Senate’s recognition and directs a copy to be delivered to the school. It directly affects Tadmore Elementary School and its community by acknowledging its historical contribution to Georgia education.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Nicholas "Big Nick" Harden for his outstanding service, leadership, and contributions to the City of Valdosta and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring the life, service, and legacy of Representative Mandi L. Ballinger, devoted public servant, faithful advocate, and cherished resident of Cherokee County; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Georgia Independent College Association for its leadership in private higher education and its enduring commitment to making Georgia the top state for talent and economic development; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Cartrelia Denese Sampson on her outstanding service as a legislative assistant, serving many senators over the years with the Georgia Senate, and now, as the Director of Constituent Services with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the State School Superintendent, so as to require the Department of Education to publish relevant and applicable federal guidance documents and related information; to provide for definitions; to require annual notice from the State School Superintendent to designated committees and offices of the General Assembly and the Office and Planning and Budget; to authorize the State Board of Education to adopt rules; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 2 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to registration and licensing generally, so as to revise the authorized use of money distributed from the Back the Blue Fund; to revise collection procedures; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 14 of Title 40 of the O.C.G.A., relating to use of speed detection devices and red light cameras, so as to provide for standards for signs warning of a reduced speed limit in a school zone and signs warning of the use of automated traffic enforcement safety devices; to amend Title 15 of the O.C.G.A., relating to courts, so as to authorize district attorneys, solicitors-general, and prosecuting attorneys to enforce civil monetary penalties relative to the enforcement of laws regarding speeding in a school zone using recorded images; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the imposition, rate, computation, exemptions, and credits for state income tax, so as to exclude tips from taxation; to provide for reporting by employers; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.