Sen. Chuck Hufstetler

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 18, 2026, as "Self-Direction Day" to raise awareness about self-direction in home and community-based services (HCBS) for people with disabilities. It does not create new policies or change existing programs, but instead recognizes the self-direction model where individuals control their own care services and support choices. The resolution highlights Georgia's use of self-direction in five HCBS waiver programs, emphasizing its benefits like improved quality of life, reduced costs, and greater independence. It is purely ceremonial, intended to honor the concept through public recognition on the designated date.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Subpart 1 of Part 6 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20, relating to certificated professional personnel, so as to provide a pathway to certification by the Professional Standards Commission for experienced teachers; to provide requirements for such certification; to prohibit discriminatory or disparate treatment of teachers and candidates for such certification; to provide a definition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 742) formally commends Janice Knight of Morgan County, Georgia, for her decades of community service. It recognizes her 34-year career in public service (including 29 years at Georgia's Adult Protective Services), her advocacy that led to Georgia's Neuromyelitis Optica Awareness Month, and her ongoing volunteer work with senior centers, charities, and support groups. The resolution specifically honors her selection as the 2026 Distinguished Older Georgian by the Georgia Council on Aging and will be presented at a state capitol ceremony. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact and solely serves to publicly recognize her contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 734) formally commends Dr. Ekaterina Mirzakulova, a chemistry instructor at Central Georgia Technical College, for being named the 2025 Technical College System of Georgia Instructor of the Year. It recognizes her award-winning teaching excellence, innovative practices, and leadership in technical education. The Senate resolves to send Dr. Mirzakulova a copy of this resolution as a formal expression of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation or constituents.

A RESOLUTION recognizing February 11, 2026, as Kia Day at the state capitol and commending Kia's vehicle manufacturing and impact to the state; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors Jason Colbert, a nursing student from Southeastern Technical College, for winning Georgia's 2025 GOAL award - the state's top recognition for technical college students. It commends his academic achievement and role as an ambassador for Georgia's technical education system, which serves over 149,000 students across 22 colleges. The resolution has no policy provisions; it is purely a symbolic gesture of commendation with no direct impact on legislation or regulations.

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 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 39 of the O.C.G.A., relating to minors, so as to require procedures to validate the age of certain persons using any app; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation and recognizing February 24, 2026, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.