Sen. Chuck Payne

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 11, 2025, as "Georgia Linemen Day" to honor electrical linemen for their service. It specifically recognizes their critical work restoring power during Hurricane Helene, including 18-hour shifts in hazardous conditions that affected thousands. The resolution has no policy or funding changes - it is purely commemorative, urging public acknowledgment of linemen's role in maintaining Georgia's power infrastructure during disasters. The Senate passed it on February 26, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 27, 2025, as "Georgia Airports Association Day" to honor the organization. It recognizes the Georgia Airports Association, founded in 1990, which supports the state's 103 public airports (including 95 general aviation airports) that contribute significantly to Georgia's economy. The resolution has no binding policy impact; it is purely ceremonial, directing the Senate Secretary to share the resolution with the Association. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations for any entity.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education, so as to establish and provide for the Georgia Council on Library Materials Standards; to provide for definitions, including definitions for the terms "harmful to minors," "restricted materials," and "sexually explicit materials"; to require the Georgia Council on Library Materials Standards to establish standards for the designation of restricted materials by local boards of education, standards for the use and restriction of instructional materials, and standards for the use and restriction of public school library collection materials; to provide for definitions; to provide for short titles; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 241 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending Georgia Military College (GMC) on its 145th anniversary. It recognizes GMC’s role as a state authority providing accessible education to Georgia residents, including 80% first-generation or low-income students, and highlights its military heritage, ROTC program, and statewide satellite locations. The resolution contains no policy changes, funding, or new requirements - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2025.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to provide for the creation of the Peach State Saves program, a defined contribution retirement program; to provide for definitions; to provide for appointment of a board of trustees; to provide for limitations on liability; to provide for the confidentiality of program participants; to provide for a date for the establishment of the program; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 235) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate, not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the Georgia Beverage Association for its "Made to be Remade" initiative, which focuses on improving beverage container recycling through consumer education, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships. The resolution highlights the association's work alongside major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo) and their "Every Bottle Back" program, which aims to boost recycling rates and reduce plastic waste. It has no binding effect or new requirements - it simply expresses the Senate's support for these voluntary industry efforts.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 232) formally recognizes February 26, 2025, as "Scouts Day" at the Georgia Capitol. It commends the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia for their community service and youth development work, including their 40,000+ scouts and 3,500+ adult leaders across 600 units. The resolution encourages Georgia elected officials to participate in events honoring the Scouts on that date. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes beyond this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation and recognizing February 26, 2025, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Believe Greater Dalton, recipient of the Georgia Reads Community Award, for its dedication to literacy advancement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (SR 203), not a policy bill. It formally honors the life and memory of Guy Jehue Rutland Jr., a Polk County, Georgia educator, community leader, and longtime resident who passed away on January 24, 2025. The resolution recognizes his 33-year career in Polk School District education and coaching, his service on the School Board, his ownership of Rutland Farm and Christmas Tree City, and his community involvement. The Georgia Senate adopted this resolution on February 19, 2025, expressing condolences to his family and affirming his positive impact. It has no policy or legal effect beyond this symbolic gesture.