Sen. Chuck Payne

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-27 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to computation of taxable net income, so as to exempt from taxation all income received by certain rural residents; to provide for methods of proving residence; to provide for penalties; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

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 reduce the beginning age for compulsory school attendance from six years to five years; to provide for all children to attend a full-day kindergarten program for one school year prior to enrolling in first grade; to provide for applicability of compulsory school attendance laws and rules; to provide for related matters; to provide for contingent effectiveness; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 653) formally recognizes "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It is a ceremonial resolution acknowledging the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its affiliates, which operate statewide litter prevention, recycling, and community beautification programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies - it solely serves to honor the organization's efforts through a formal Senate recognition. The Senate adopted this resolution on February 2, 2026.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School boys tennis team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class AA State Tennis Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Pierce County High School cheerleading team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class 2A State Cheerleading Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 635) is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate to recognize January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It commemorates the victims of the Holocaust and affirms Georgia's commitment to combating antisemitism, racism, and all forms of hate. The bill contains no policy changes or direct impacts on individuals or groups - it simply directs the Senate to formally acknowledge the day and distribute copies of the resolution. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect beyond this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the burden of lung cancer in the United States and the State of Georgia; supporting prevention, early detection, and timely intervention to improve patient outcomes; addressing disparities in care; and commending Intuitive for its leadership in advancing lung cancer care through innovations such as the Ion robotic endoluminal system; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating the Lowndes County High School Esports Team on winning the 2025 Fall Class 5A-6A Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Championship; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Lanier County High School baseball team for winning the 2025 GHSA Class A Division II State Baseball Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative Senate resolution (SR 643) congratulating the United States Organization (USO) on its 85th anniversary. It formally recognizes the USO's mission of supporting U.S. military personnel and their families through its nationwide network, including services at Georgia military installations like Fort Benning and Fort Stewart. The resolution expresses the Senate's commendation for the USO's 85 years of service, adaptability during crises, and contributions to Georgia's military community. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or allocate funds.