A RESOLUTION recognizing February 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol and commending law enforcement officers in Georgia; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 715) is a ceremonial recognition of the Georgia FFA Association. It commends the organization for its work in agricultural education and designates February 24, 2026, as "FFA Day" at the Georgia state capitol. The resolution directly affects the Georgia FFA Association, which has over 80,000 members statewide. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions - only symbolic acknowledgment of the FFA's role in youth leadership and agricultural education.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 712) passed by the Georgia Senate to symbolically recognize the 52nd anniversary of the Consulate-General of Japan in Atlanta. It highlights Georgia-Japan economic ties (including $8.33 billion in trade and 700 Japanese-affiliated offices), cultural exchanges (like Japan Fest and school language programs), and diplomatic visits. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the Senate’s recognition of the consulate’s role in strengthening Georgia-Japan relations. As a procedural resolution, it does not directly affect any individuals or entities.
Maddy summaryThis is a non-binding Senate resolution (SR 711) recognizing Spectrum News Georgia for its launch and commitment to local news coverage in Georgia. The resolution honors the network for investing in community-focused journalism, including neighborhood-specific content and on-the-ground reporting across the state. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Georgia Senate. The resolution was adopted by the Senate in February 2026.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to alcoholic beverages, so as to authorize retail dealers to offer discounts to consumers through premiums, coupons, or rebates on alcoholic beverages purchased for consumption off the premises; to provide for a definition; to provide certain conditions and requirements for the offering of such discounts; to increase the number of tasting events a retail package liquor store may conduct; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 11, 2026, as National Guard Day at the Georgia state capitol to honor the Georgia National Guard's service. It recognizes the Guard's contributions to homeland defense, emergency response, and deployments since 2001, including their 2025 support for border security and the nation's capital. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves as a ceremonial honor, directing the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies to the public and press. It does not impose new requirements or affect any individuals or organizations.
A RESOLUTION recognizing February 5, 2026, as Cancer Prevention Day at the capitol and commending the collaborative efforts of Georgia's cancer prevention, screening, and advocacy partners; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 666) formally recognizes Eden Pethel, an eighth-grade home-schooled student from Pendergrass, Georgia, for winning a state license plate design competition. The bill commemorates her winning design, which will become an official Georgia license plate celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate. The resolution was recently adopted by the Senate and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to Eden Pethel.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 671) formally recognizes the YMCA's 175th anniversary in 2026. It highlights the YMCA's historical contributions, including founding basketball, pioneering ESL classes, and providing childcare, along with its current role as the nation's largest nonprofit childcare provider serving over 17 million people annually. The resolution commends YMCA staff and volunteers for fostering community connection and well-being but does not create new laws or obligations. It is purely ceremonial, with no direct policy impact on individuals or organizations.
A RESOLUTION commending and recognizing the C-130J Super Hercules of Lockheed Martin for its outstanding achievements in aerospace innovation and mission-critical operations, as well as for its contributions to the defense of our state and nation; and for other purposes.
