Sen. Clint Dixon

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate committee to study whether Georgia should adopt the FairTax - a national proposal to replace income taxes with a sales tax. The committee, led by the Senate Finance Committee chair and composed of five senators, will examine the FairTax's potential impact on Georgia's tax system and report findings by December 1, 2025. It does not change tax law but directs a formal review of this specific reform idea. The committee’s work is limited to analysis and recommendations, with no authority to implement changes. This procedural resolution affects Georgia legislators involved in the study, not the general public or tax rates.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate Study Committee focused on improving safety for pedestrians and cyclists in Georgia. It addresses rising pedestrian and cyclist fatalities (with Georgia ranked 6th most dangerous state for pedestrians in 2022), current laws that often treat pedestrian strikes as minor offenses, and gaps in enforcement and reporting. The committee will study these issues and recommend legislative changes to strengthen penalties, improve enforcement, and prioritize safety infrastructure. The committee, composed of five Senate members appointed by the President, must submit findings by December 2025. This is a procedural step to research solutions, not a law that changes policy directly.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a temporary Senate Study Committee focused on examining unscrupulous companion animal breeding practices, such as puppy mills and backyard breeding operations. The committee, composed of five appointed Senate members, will study issues including animal welfare concerns, enforcement gaps in existing laws, and impacts on shelters and communities. It will issue recommendations by December 1, 2025, but does not enact new laws or directly affect any specific group. As a procedural resolution, it solely establishes a study body with no immediate policy changes.

Maddy summarySR 391 creates a Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Currency to examine issues related to these technologies in Georgia. The committee, appointed by the Senate President with six members, will study AI's impact on sectors like healthcare and finance, digital currency risks, and potential safeguards against fraud or bias. It will operate until December 1, 2025, and may recommend future legislation, but the resolution itself does not enact new laws or directly affect citizens or businesses. This is a procedural resolution focused solely on research, not policy implementation.

A RESOLUTION applauding Senator Brandon Beach for his exceptional service in the Georgia State Senate, his leadership in both public and private sectors, and congratulating him on his recent appointment as United States Treasurer in the current Trump Administration; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (SR 474) creating a Senate committee to study higher education affordability in Georgia. It establishes a 5-member committee (appointed by the Senate President) to examine issues like Georgia's high student loan debt, low college completion rates, and the lack of a means-tested scholarship program - while noting $1.6 billion in education lottery reserves. The committee must report findings and potential legislative recommendations by December 1, 2025. The resolution itself does not enact policy changes but directs the committee to investigate solutions for making college more affordable for Georgians.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate Study Committee to examine inclusive educational settings for students with disabilities in Georgia. The committee, appointed by the Senate President, will study current conditions, benefits (like improved academic performance and independence), and barriers to inclusion, then recommend potential legislative changes. It does not enact new laws but will report findings by December 2025. The committee’s work directly affects students with disabilities and educators in Georgia’s public schools. The resolution is procedural, focusing solely on research and recommendations, not immediate policy implementation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 13 of Title 16 and Chapter 4 of Title 26 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to controlled substances and pharmacists and pharmacies, respectively, so as to provide for ivermectin as an over-the-counter medication in this state; to remove ivermectin from the definition of, exceptions to, and exemptions from dangerous drugs; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 488 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing Jim Battles for his 40+ years of service in vocational ministry, including his work at churches in Florida and Georgia, mentorship of future youth ministers, and dedication while battling leukemia. The resolution formally commends his retirement and acknowledges his educational background and impact on congregations. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute from the Senate.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 477 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Carol H. Burrell for her leadership as president and CEO of Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) since 2011. The resolution highlights her role in growing NGHS into a major health system with over 12,000 employees and an annual economic impact of nearly $7.5 billion, while noting her community service and professional accolades. It formally commends her contributions and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide Burrell with a copy of the resolution. This resolution has no legal effect beyond ceremonial recognition.