Sen. Randal Mangham

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill), formally recognizing Catherine Hardrick, a disabled U.S. Army veteran and Snellville City Councilmember. It commends her military service (including Operation Just Cause in Panama), her advocacy for veterans and trauma-informed care, her 20+ year finance career, and her community leadership (including founding Journey Within, LLC). The resolution has no policy impact or legal effect - it solely honors her contributions through a formal Senate acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Edward "Eddie" Crook, Jr., a Columbus, Georgia native who won Olympic gold in boxing (1960), served 30 years in the U.S. Army with military honors (including the Silver Star), and supported community initiatives like the "Smokers" boxing program at Fort Benning. The Georgia Senate expresses condolences for his passing and directs the Secretary to share the resolution with his family. It is a commemorative measure with no policy or financial impact.

A RESOLUTION commending the Georgia Council on Aging and recognizing Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as Senior Day at the Capitol as part of Senior Week; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 708) formally recognizing Dr. Randy Kluender for his professional contributions. It commends him for his career as a dental educator, administrator, and advocate - highlighting his leadership at the Georgia School of Orthodontics, $2.5 million in grant funding secured for dental programs, and efforts to advance oral health policy, including funding for dental schools and underserved communities. The resolution has no policy impact; it simply expresses the Georgia Senate’s formal appreciation and will be sent to Dr. Kluender.

Maddy summarySR 710 is a Senate resolution recognizing rapper and entrepreneur Rick Ross (born William Leonard Roberts II) for his music career, business ventures, and cultural impact in Georgia. The resolution formally commends him for achievements including Grammy nominations, platinum albums, founding Maybach Music Group, and business partnerships with brands like AutoZone and WingStop. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely ceremonial. The Senate adopted the resolution on February 6, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes Christopher M. Lazzara for his work as an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and community leader, including founding MountainStar Partners and the Isa Elaine Foundation to support pediatric disease research. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 6, 2026, as a non-binding expression of commendation. The resolution does not create legal obligations or policy changes but serves to honor Lazzara's contributions to business and community initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 19, 2026, as "Alpha Day at the Capitol" to recognize Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and its Georgia District. It formally urges citizens to acknowledge the fraternity's 119-year history of community service, leadership development, and contributions - such as $2.3 million in scholarships and 850,000 community service hours - without creating new laws or altering policy. The bill is purely ceremonial, with no direct impact on legislation or funding.

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 prohibit federal immigration authorities from utilizing certain technologies to identify individuals for certain purposes; 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 Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies, so as to provide for the establishment of the Georgia Artificial Intelligence Commission; to provide for responsibilities; to provide for purpose; to provide for assignment to the Georgia Technology Authority; to provide for annual reports; to provide for membership, terms, meetings, and compensation; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the League of Women Voters of Georgia (LWVGA) for its historical and ongoing work in voter education, election advocacy, and civic engagement. It does not create new laws, impose requirements, or directly affect any individuals or policies. The resolution formally acknowledges the LWVGA's role since 1920 - from advancing suffrage to modern efforts on election reform and voting rights - without implementing any concrete policy changes. As a procedural resolution, it serves solely to honor the organization's contributions to Georgia's democratic process.