A RESOLUTION congratulating the Georgia Electric Membership Corporation on 85 years of service and recognizing February 10, 2025, as Georgia EMC Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION commending the contributions of the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association and its commitment to delivering evidence-based practices to individuals with substance use disorders through recognized standards of education, training, and competencies as it celebrates 45 years of service to Georgia; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 114), not a policy bill. It honors Gregory "Greg" Cecil Clifton, a Fayetteville, Georgia resident and former mayor, following his death on January 3, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences to his family and recognizes his life, including his career in sales, community service, and faith-based activities. It was adopted by the Senate on February 5, 2025.
Maddy summarySR 125 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia (SILCGA), a nonprofit organization established under federal law to support people with disabilities. It commends SILCGA for its work developing state plans, removing societal barriers, operating community centers, and advancing accessibility in housing, healthcare, education, and transportation. The resolution has no new policy requirements or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial. Adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025, it formally honors SILCGA's service to Georgians with disabilities and their families.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 126) formally recognizes February 13, 2025, as World Refugee Day at the Georgia state capitol. It honors the contributions of immigrants and refugees to Georgia’s economy, workforce, and community, citing their roles in key sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture, as well as their tax contributions and pandemic-era frontline service. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of these groups' impact on the state. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 90 is a formal commendation from Georgia's Senate honoring Ms. Rhea Brashear, an adult education instructor at Southern Regional Technical College. It recognizes her selection as the 2024 Adult Education Teacher of the Year by the Technical College System of Georgia for her teaching excellence and leadership. The resolution, passed by the Senate on February 4, 2025, formally congratulates her and extends best wishes for her continued success. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for her professional achievements.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 86) designates February 4, 2025, as "Dyslexia Day" at Georgia's state capitol. It symbolically recognizes dyslexia as a neurological learning disability affecting approximately one in five people, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and support. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals; it is purely a commemorative gesture. The Senate adopted it on February 4, 2025, to highlight awareness of dyslexia's educational impact.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 91) formally congratulates Nicholas Rucker, a physical therapist assistant student at Athens Technical College, for being named the 2024 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) recipient. The resolution recognizes his academic and leadership achievements as Georgia's top technical college student, highlighting his role as an ambassador for the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) representing over 148,000 students. It does not create any policy changes or affect specific groups beyond this ceremonial acknowledgment.
A RESOLUTION commending the county marshals of the State of Georgia and their deputies for the contributions they make to the communities they protect and serve and recognizing March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 89) formally congratulates Ms. Patria Brown for receiving Georgia's 2024 EAGLE Award, which honors exceptional adult education achievement. The resolution recognizes her as Georgia's representative for adult education, highlighting her role as an ambassador for the state's nearly 22,000 adult education students. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to acknowledge her personal accomplishments in literacy education. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 4, 2025.
