A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 11 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 and Article 10 of Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to public school property and facilities and state-wide first responder building mapping information system, respectively, so as to enact "Ricky and Alyssa's Law"; to require local school systems to implement a mobile panic alert system capable of connecting disparate emergency services technologies to ensure real-time coordination between multiple state and local first responder agencies in the event of a school security; to authorize the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to adopt rules and regulations for the requirements for school mapping data; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsored bills
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 21 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding elections and primaries, so as to prohibit the use of ranked-choice voting; to provide for certain exceptions; to provide for a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION creating the Senate Study Committee on Comprehensive Services and Long-term Outcomes for Individuals with Disabilities; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and honors the life and legacy of Don Michael "Mike" Cottrell, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist from North Georgia. The bill acknowledges his contributions to the car-hauling industry, his leadership in the local economy, and his extensive charitable work, including the establishment of the Mike Cottrell College of Business at the University of North Georgia. It extends condolences to his surviving family members and authorizes the distribution of the resolution to the Cottrell family.
A RESOLUTION recognizing the 25th anniversary of the Roadless Area Conservation Rule and commending the United States Forest Service for its management of Georgia's roadless areas; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that recognizes April 1, 2026, as America 250 Day at the state capitol to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The resolution does not create new laws or change existing policies but serves as a formal acknowledgment of Georgia's historical role in American history, including its contributions to the founding of the United States and its cultural significance. The Senate is authorized to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press, making it a commemorative measure rather than a legislative change.
A RESOLUTION commending President Donald J. Trump for his leadership and continued efforts to make home ownership more affordable and achievable for all Americans by reducing regulatory barriers, adopting innovative platforms, expanding housing supply, protecting prospective homebuyers, and advancing policies aimed at restoring the American Dream of homeownership; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a Senate Study Committee to examine how Georgia could acquire ownership and management control of Lake Lanier, which is currently owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The seven-member committee will be appointed by the Senate President and will study potential benefits of state ownership, including improved water security, better water quality management, and enhanced local economic benefits. The committee will meet to evaluate various acquisition options and may recommend future legislation, with its work ending on December 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Lee Vaughn for his public service and leadership in Georgia. It directly affects Lee Vaughn, a retired Commissioner of District Two who served as Chairman of Commissioners until his retirement. The resolution highlights his contributions to his community, his current roles in banking and various organizations, and expresses congratulations on his retirement. The Senate also authorizes the Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Vaughn for distribution.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 44 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of specialized land transactions, so as to prohibit business enterprises or business enterprises controlled by natural born persons from owning an interest in more than 500 single-family residential properties; to prohibit foreign investment vehicles from owning any interest in a single-family residential property to be used as rental property; to provide a private cause of action against a business enterprise that owns an interest in more than 500 single-family residential properties and foreign investment vehicles; to provide for the disclosure of information by brokers; to provide an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.