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 require that the academic and disciplinary records of each transferring student shall be provided by such student's previous school to the receiving school within five days; to reduce the number of days by which a parent or guardian of a transferring student shall receive copies of such records;to provide for evidence based youth violence prevention training programs; to provide for student violence prevention clubs; to provide for local policies for anonymous reporting; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Reverend Willie C. Neal for his outstanding service as a religious leader in Georgia. The measure highlights his long history of community involvement, including his 34 years as senior pastor at Philadelphia Baptist Church where he oversaw significant growth and development. By passing this resolution, the Senate intends to honor his contributions to the state and his church without changing any laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Philadelphia Baptist Church on the occasion of its 153rd anniversary. The bill honors the church's history, from its founding in 1873 to the completion of its new building in 2007 and the planned payoff of its mortgage in 2026. It also acknowledges the contributions of numerous past and present pastors and members who have helped the organization grow. The Senate will distribute a copy of this resolution to the church to celebrate its long-standing service to the community.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams, a civil rights leader and United Methodist minister known for his work in voter registration, education, and community service. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to social justice and his dedication to empowering underserved populations throughout his ministry and personal life. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Reverend Abrams's family as a tribute to his enduring impact on society.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Tayvian D. Allen for his outstanding achievements and dedicated public service. The document highlights his extensive work across various roles, including community outreach with the Sheriff's Office, administrative support in parish government, legislative assistance with the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, and service as chief of staff to a state senator. By passing this measure, the Senate acknowledges his contributions to leadership, scholarship, and civic engagement without altering any laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and memory of Morriscene Watts Thomas, a distinguished educator and community leader from Georgia. The bill formally recognizes her contributions to public education, her involvement in the civil rights movement, and her dedication to family and faith. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Thomas's family as a gesture of respect and remembrance.
A RESOLUTION commemorating Juneteenth; recognizing the history and meaning of the Juneteenth holiday; and honoring the struggle for freedom, equality, and full citizenship for Black Americans; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act to create and establish in DeKalb County, Georgia, districts from which the members of the County Board of Education of DeKalb County shall be elected, approved April 12, 1963 (Ga. L. 1963, p. 3424), as amended, particularly by an Act approved March 14, 1984 (Ga. L. 1984, p. 4192), an Act approved May 10, 2021 (Ga. L. 2021, p. 4256), and an Act approved May 13, 2025 (Ga. L. 2025, p. 4069), so as to revise provisions related to changes in boundaries of the DeKalb County school district following certain annexations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act providing for the compensation of certain county officers and officials of DeKalb County, approved March 31, 1976 (Ga. L. 1976, p. 3986), as amended, so as to revise the compensation of certain judges, judicial officers, and county officers; to make conforming changes related to court names changed by general law; to provide for related matters; to provide for effective dates; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Maggie McCullom for her outstanding contributions to senior athletics and community wellness in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.