Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally commends the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee for its efforts in preparing Georgia to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The bill recognizes the committee's work alongside partners like the Atlanta Sports Council and various state agencies in securing the event, which will feature eight matches in Atlanta starting in June 2026. The resolution highlights specific achievements including over $5 billion in private development, $100 million in infrastructure investments, and plans for community programs through partnerships with organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs of Georgia. Additionally, it acknowledges the support from local businesses, over 3,000 volunteers, and projected economic benefits for the state. The Senate formally recognizes these contributions through an official commendation that will be distributed to the committee.
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A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to DNA sampling, collection, and analysis, so as to require the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 10, 2026, as Qcells Day to recognize the solar manufacturer's investments in Georgia. The resolution highlights Qcells' role in building domestic solar production facilities in Dalton and Cartersville, Georgia, which aim to create thousands of jobs and reduce reliance on imported solar components. The measure is a commemorative resolution that does not change laws or allocate funding, but instead formally acknowledges the company's economic contributions to the state.
Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Georgia Senate study committee to examine adoption affordability and permanency systems. The committee will study cost drivers (like home studies and fees), regulatory barriers, financial incentives (such as tax credits), and access challenges - especially for middle-income families and children with special needs. It does not make new laws but will evaluate Georgia's current adoption framework across state laws and agency practices. The committee, composed of five Senate members, will report findings by December 2026 to inform potential future policy changes. This affects prospective adoptive families, child welfare agencies, and children in foster care seeking permanent placements.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to state sales and use taxes, so as to repeal the data center equipment sales and use tax exemption; to allow for the continued use of certificates of exemption issued prior to the date of repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 5 of Chapter 2 of Title 47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to service creditable toward retirement benefits, so as to provide for creditable service for certain military service; to provide for application and payment; to provide for related matters; to provide conditions for an effective date and automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions of parks, historic areas, memorials, and recreation, so as to provide certain fee waivers for active duty members of the military, veterans, and family members; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Greenbrier High School girls flag football team for winning the 2025 GHSA Division 2 State Flag Football Championship; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally congratulates the Coastal Area District Development Authority, Inc. on its 50th anniversary. The resolution recognizes the organization's five decades of work since 1976 in providing economic development loans to small businesses in Georgia, North Florida, and South Carolina. It highlights the authority's achievements, including funding over $526 million in loans and supporting more than 9,300 jobs in the region. The bill directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to the organization for distribution.
A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Georgia so as to clarify that only citizens of the United States shall have a right to vote in elections in this state; to require electors to present photographic identification prior to casting a ballot; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.