Sen. John Albers

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 34 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, so as to provide for the creation of the Peach State Saves program, a defined contribution retirement program; to provide for definitions; to provide for appointment of a board of trustees; to provide for limitations on liability; to provide for the confidentiality of program participants; to provide for a date for the establishment of the program; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 235) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate, not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the Georgia Beverage Association for its "Made to be Remade" initiative, which focuses on improving beverage container recycling through consumer education, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships. The resolution highlights the association's work alongside major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo) and their "Every Bottle Back" program, which aims to boost recycling rates and reduce plastic waste. It has no binding effect or new requirements - it simply expresses the Senate's support for these voluntary industry efforts.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 232) formally recognizes February 26, 2025, as "Scouts Day" at the Georgia Capitol. It commends the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia for their community service and youth development work, including their 40,000+ scouts and 3,500+ adult leaders across 600 units. The resolution encourages Georgia elected officials to participate in events honoring the Scouts on that date. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes beyond this symbolic recognition.

A RESOLUTION commending Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation and recognizing February 26, 2025, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 209), not a legislative bill. It formally congratulates Aaliyah Phillips for winning the "Miss Cobb County 2025" title and commends her educational background, community service, and leadership. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply honors her achievements through a formal Senate expression of recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 214) honoring Phillip Hampton Sims, a Tyrone, Georgia resident who passed away on February 7, 2025. It recognizes his life, including his 26-year service as a College Park Fire Department firefighter, his family business S&S Glass, and his community contributions. The resolution expresses the Senate's deepest condolences to his family and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to them. As a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents or laws, it does not affect any programs or regulations.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the Association of Georgia General Aviation Airports as an industry association for general aviation airports in the State of Georgia and its corporate affiliates; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 208) formally congratulates Melony Tidmore, a Cobb County high school student who won "Miss Cobb County's Teen 2025." It recognizes her achievements including her ballet talent, community initiative promoting dance for senior health, academic honors (4.12 GPA), and service with the Cobb County Youth Commission. The Senate adopted the resolution on February 20, 2025, to commend her contributions and extend best wishes for her upcoming Miss Georgia's Teen competition.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to crimes and offenses, so as to provide that a person must show certain documentation upon receipt of a citation for unlawful squatting; to provide for a penalty; to amend Code Section 16-9-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to penalties for forgery, so as to provide for a penalty for forgery cases related to the offense of unlawful squatting; to amend Article 1 of Chapter 21 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to rights, duties, and liabilities of innkeepers, so as to provide for certain guest ejectment procedures for innkeepers; to provide for an affidavit; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 200) is a ceremonial Senate recognition of HOPE AACR, an animal-assisted crisis response organization. It honors HOPE AACR's work providing emotional support through trained handlers and dogs during disasters, including responses to hurricanes and community crises in Georgia. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it simply commends the organization's volunteer service and extends best wishes. It was adopted by the Senate on February 19, 2025.