A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Dr. John Pace, III, on his outstanding public service as a superintendent of Henry County Schools; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 727) formally recognizes the Eta Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., as a historically significant organization. It acknowledges the chapter's founding in Atlanta in 1919 as Georgia's first Black Greek-letter fraternity chapter and its long history of community service, including roles in establishing Black History Month, civil rights activism, and supporting Atlanta's development. The Senate passed the resolution to commend the chapter's contributions and extend well-wishes for its continued work. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new legal obligations or affect any policies.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Creekside High School Seminoles football team upon winning the 2025 GHSA Class 4A State Football Championship; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Meals on Wheels Atlanta for its 60 years of service to seniors and vulnerable individuals by addressing food insecurity, promoting independence, and enhancing quality of life; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 736) is a ceremonial recognition of Marji Coles, founder of the Georgia nonprofit Ladies of 2morrow, and her organization. It honors their work supporting youth development, women empowerment, and family stability in underserved Atlanta communities through mentorship, life skills training, and mental health support. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's commendation and extends best wishes for the organization's continued growth. It directly affects only the named individual and organization, with no new laws or requirements created.
A RESOLUTION commending and honoring former President Barack Obama during Black History Month and condemning racist attacks and rhetoric directed toward him; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to require Medicaid coverage for heart and lung transplants when medically necessary; to provide for related healthcare services including immunosuppressant drugs; to provide for a state plan amendment or waiver request; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to require covered immigration officers to wear body cameras during public immigration enforcement functions; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Subpart 2 of Part 1 of Article 16 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to compulsory attendance relative to elementary and secondary school students, so as to require the local governing body for each school system and public school to adopt a policy providing that students shall be granted not less than one excused absence per school year for attending or participating in a civic or political event; to require the State Board of Education to develop a model policy; to provide a definition; to provide a short title; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 725) formally celebrates the dedication of the Edward Crook Jr. Gymnasium at Fort Benning on February 27, 2026. It honors Edward "Eddie" Crook, Jr., a U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major, Olympic gold medalist boxer (1960 Rome Olympics), and longtime supporter of boxing programs at Fort Benning. The resolution commemorates his military service (30 years, including two Vietnam tours, with multiple medals) and athletic achievements, with no substantive policy changes or direct effects on constituents.
