Sen. Chuck Payne

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 745) recognizing Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their service. It commends CRNAs for providing anesthesia care in all medical settings across Georgia, especially in rural areas where they serve as the primary anesthesia providers in many hospitals and for obstetric care. The resolution highlights CRNAs' role in delivering over 50 million anesthetics annually nationwide and their critical support for rural communities, where they often serve as the only anesthesia providers. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or change policy.

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.

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.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the North Atlanta High School sabre fencing team for winning the 2023, 2024, and 2025 On Guard High School Fencing League of Georgia Sabre Team state championships; and for other purposes.

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.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Every Color Matters for its outstanding service, advocacy, and dedication to improving public health and ensuring equitable access to cancer care; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Creekside High School Seminoles football team upon winning the 2025 GHSA Class 4A State Football Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Meals on Wheels Atlanta for its 60 years of service to seniors and vulnerable individuals by addressing food insecurity, promoting independence, and enhancing quality of life; 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.