Sen. Chuck Payne

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 3, 2026, as Georgia Reads Day to honor literacy efforts across Georgia. It specifically recognizes students participating in the 2026 READBowl reading challenge, Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell, the Georgia Council on Literacy, and community organizations awarded for advancing literacy from early childhood through adulthood. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial, celebrating existing literacy achievements and community initiatives. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate in February 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 819) recognizing Heather Rogers, a Bulloch County victim advocate with the Office of the Solicitor-General in Georgia. The resolution formally commends her public service, highlighting her dedication to supporting victims, her leadership qualities, and her community impact. It does not create new laws or policies; instead, it authorizes the Senate to provide Rogers with a copy of the resolution as a token of appreciation. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 20, 2026.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to education, so as to prohibit schools that receive state funds from displaying any flag other than the flag of the United States or the flag, coat of arms, or state emblem of the State of Georgia; to make it unlawful for any individual to display or cause to be displayed a flag subject to such prohibition; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions from sales and use taxes, so as to exempt certain baby products and feminine hygiene products from taxation; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a substantive bill), designating March 25, 2026, as "Executive Function Day" at the Georgia state capitol during National Brain Awareness Month. It recognizes the educational importance of executive function skills - such as self-regulation, task completion, and working memory - in supporting student success, personalized learning, and life skills. The resolution has no policy changes or funding; it simply calls for awareness of these cognitive skills. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 19, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 801) formally recognizes March 18, 2026, as "Georgia Alpha Gamma Rho Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It honors the Alpha Eta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity at the University of Georgia, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2027. The resolution acknowledges the chapter's long history since 1927, its role in agricultural leadership development, and its contributions to Georgia's agricultural economy. The Senate directs the Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the Alpha Eta Chapter.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 3, 2026, as "Georgia Reads Day" to ceremonially recognize efforts advancing literacy in Georgia. It specifically honors students participating in the 2026 READBowl reading challenge, Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell, the Georgia Council on Literacy, and community organizations awarded for literacy initiatives. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is a symbolic gesture to celebrate existing literacy achievements and community contributions. It was formally adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 19, 2026.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Association of Georgia General Aviation Airports as an industry association for general aviation airports in the State of Georgia and its corporate affiliates; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 818 formally recognizes Commissioner Walter Rabon of Georgia's Department of Natural Resources as the recipient of the 2026 Conservation Trailblazer Award from the Dallas Safari Club. The resolution highlights his decades-long career in wildlife conservation, including roles as a Conservation Ranger, Deputy Commissioner, and current Commissioner, as well as his leadership in initiatives like the DNR Career Academy and Outdoors Beyond Barriers. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for his contributions to protecting Georgia's natural resources and expanding outdoor access opportunities for all citizens.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to mental health, so as to provide for the licensing and regulation of recovery residences; to provide for minimum standards; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for applications for licensing; to provide for provisional licensing; to provide for compliance; to provide for the denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses; to provide for enforcement actions; to provide for confidentiality; to provide for inspections; to provide for procedures and penalties relating to unlicensed recovery residences; to provide for definitions; to provide for conforming changes; to provide legislative findings; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.