Sen. Shawn Still

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 434) passed by the Georgia Senate to commend Myron Fountain, known as the "Prison Dr." The resolution recognizes his work founding the nonprofit "The Prison Dr." to mentor at-risk youth in Atlanta and Detroit, focusing on preventing incarceration through mentorship programs. It highlights his 20+ years of experience, including his own time in prison, and notes his programs have helped over 100 youth in Atlanta with an 80% success rate in reducing justice system involvement. The Senate formally commended him for his efforts and extended best wishes for his continued work.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the North Forsyth High School competition cheerleading team for winning the 2024-2025 GHSA Class 6A Competition Cheerleading State Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 437) formally dedicates the intersection of State Route 306/Sawnee Dr. and State Route 9/Dahlonega Street in Forsyth County as the "Senator Greg Dolezal Intersection." It directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to erect and maintain signs marking the location. The resolution recognizes Senator Greg Dolezal's service in the Georgia Senate and his professional work with Forsyth County-based companies. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact beyond naming a public intersection.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-86 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to special license plates promoting or supporting certain worthy agencies, funds, or nonprofit corporations with proceeds disbursed to the general fund and the agency, fund, or nonprofit corporation, so as to establish a specialty license plate honoring the Shepherd Center; to establish a specialty license plate benefiting the Georgia Transplant Foundation; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 400) recognizing Lynne Riley's retirement from public service. It honors her 21-year career in Georgia government, including roles as State Treasurer, Revenue Commissioner, and President of the Georgia Student Finance Commission, where she oversaw $4.3 billion in HOPE Scholarships and the GEORGIA MATCH program. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's commendation and extends best wishes for her retirement. As a recognition measure, it does not create new laws or affect any legal rights or obligations.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 407) honoring the late Mr. Abit Massey, a former Georgia Poultry Federation leader and community figure. It expresses the Senate's condolences on his passing and recognizes his service to Georgia, including his work in the poultry industry, legal background, and community roles. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a formal tribute, not a bill with legislative changes. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on March 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 403), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends Valerie Taylor, a Georgia cancer survivor and advocate, for her work raising awareness about Medicaid coverage gaps affecting cancer patients. The resolution highlights her personal experience with blood cancer and breast cancer, her advocacy efforts with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), and her role in inspiring policy changes for equitable healthcare access. The Senate adopted this resolution on March 20, 2025, to honor her contributions.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 406), not a policy bill. It formally honors Charles M. "Buddy" Leger, a Georgia agricultural leader who dedicated over 75 years to the watermelon and pecan industries, including leadership roles in the Georgia Watermelon Association and National Watermelon Research Board. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences upon his death and recognizes his awards, such as the National Watermelon Association Outstanding Service Award and University of Georgia Hall of Fame induction. It has no legal effect or policy impact - it solely serves as a symbolic tribute to his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution ceremonially recognizes March 3, 2025, as "Dutch Day" at Georgia's state capitol to honor the Dutch community's cultural and economic contributions to the state. It does not create new laws or policies, but encourages public celebration of Dutch heritage through community activities. The resolution specifically aims to foster cultural appreciation and unity among Georgians by highlighting the Dutch community's role in the state's development.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 404) symbolically recognizes the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program on its 10th anniversary. It commends the program for providing free, comprehensive mental health care - including treatment for PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and related conditions - to over 3,500 veterans and active-duty service members nationwide, with nearly 2,000 Georgians served. The resolution highlights the program’s "Accelerated Brain Health Program," which helped 75% of participants see significant symptom improvements. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or funding but formally honors the program’s impact on veterans’ mental health and lives.