Sen. Colton Moore

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 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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to deceptive or unfair practices, so as to protect the exercise of constitutional rights; to prohibit discrimination in the provision of essential services; to provide for public and private enforcement; to provide for definitions; to provide a short title; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 412) recognizing Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for its 30th anniversary. It formally honors the organization's work since 1995 advocating for children in foster care who have experienced abuse or neglect. The resolution expresses gratitude for CASA's service and commends its efforts to provide stable homes and support for vulnerable youth, but it does not create new laws or alter policy. As a recognition measure, it has no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.

Maddy summarySR 246 is a Senate resolution commending former President Donald J. Trump. It includes an amendment stating that "President Trump’s supporters want him to explore whether there is a legal option for him to run for a third term." As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws, affect policies, or change any legal obligations. It serves only to express legislative support without implementing any concrete policy change.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to elementary and secondary education, so as to revise provisions relating to the fundamental roles of local boards of education and local school superintendents; to provide for requirements for the model code of ethics for local boards of education to be promulgated by the State Board of Education; to provide for public complaints alleging ethics code violations by members of local boards of education; to provide for required and prohibited topics in training programs for local board of education members; to provide for a sanction for noncompliance; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Mary Kay Tucker, a former Chattooga County clerk who served 34 years, by dedicating a specific stretch of State Route 337 in Chattooga County as the "Mary Kay Tucker Memorial Highway." The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to erect and maintain signs designating the highway segment, which runs from State Route 48 to the Georgia/Alabama border. It does not create new policies or affect funding but formally recognizes Tucker's community service and legacy. The resolution was recently referred to a Senate committee in March 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 348) honors Trooper William Frederick Black, Jr., a Georgia State Patrol trooper who died in the line of duty in 2023. It formally dedicates the intersection of State Route 3 and Roach Hollow Road in Catoosa County as the "Trooper William Black, Jr. Memorial Intersection." The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at this location. It has no policy or funding implications beyond commemoration.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a bill with policy changes) commending 35 specific Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides who served during Georgia's 2025 legislative session. It formally recognizes their "exemplary service" in supporting Senate committee work and administrative functions, listing all named individuals. The resolution has no binding effect or policy impact - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation from the Georgia Senate.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to income taxes, so as to exempt from taxation all income received as retirement benefits derived from service in the armed forces of the United States or the reserve components thereof; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.