Sen. Chuck Payne

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 99) formally congratulates Mr. Sharoko Farley, an instructor in the commercial truck driving program at Central Georgia Technical College, for being named the Technical College System of Georgia's 2024 Rick Perkins Award recipient and Instructor of the Year. It recognizes his excellence in teaching, innovative practices, and leadership within Georgia's technical education system. The Senate resolution does not create new law or affect policies; it is a ceremonial commendation expressing official appreciation for Farley's contributions. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 87) is a ceremonial honor recognizing Communities in Schools (CIS) for its work supporting Georgia students. It formally commends CIS for providing resources to disadvantaged students through school-based coordinators, citing their 2024-2025 service to over 120,000 students across nearly 50 school districts and reported outcomes like 98% graduation rates. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation and directs the Secretary to distribute a copy to CIS. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws or affect any specific group beyond acknowledging CIS's contributions.

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 94), not a law. It formally commends David Escott "Scotty" Ferber for earning the Eagle Scout rank - the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America - after completing a rigorous program and demonstrating leadership. The resolution highlights his specific accomplishments, including leading a community project installing band lockers at North Forsyth Middle School. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on policy or individuals, serving only to recognize his personal achievement.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," so as to provide certain protections for veterans and other eligible persons applying for benefits; to provide for limitations; to provide for violations; to provide for a short title; to provide for definitions; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION congratulating John Coen upon his induction to the Roswell High School Hall of Fame as well as the Georgia Dugout Baseball Hall of Fame; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 76) honoring Robert L. Strother as the 2023-2024 Georgia Logger of the Year. It recognizes his three-generation logging family legacy, leadership of Strother Timber Company, and contributions to Georgia's forestry community, including industry awards, community engagement, and supporting forestry education. The resolution contains no policy changes or obligations - it simply extends formal congratulations and best wishes to Strother through a symbolic Senate resolution. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 81) formally congratulates the Dalton State College men's golf team for winning the 2024 NAIA National Golf Championship. It recognizes their season record of eight tournament wins, defeating 131 teams, and highlights five players earning NAIA All-American honors, including one historic Academic All-American. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture by the Senate to honor the team’s achievement. The Senate authorized distributing a copy of the resolution to the team, with no binding requirements or changes to laws.

A RESOLUTION congratulating the Harlem High School Bulldogs baseball team for winning the 2024 GHSA Class AAA State Baseball Championship; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 82) designates February 6, 2025, as "National Guard Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the service and contributions of the Georgia National Guard, including its members, units, and recent responses to hurricanes and other emergencies. The resolution has no legal effect or new requirements - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Georgia Senate. The bill was adopted by the Senate on February 3, 2025.