Sen. John Albers

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 19 of Title 15 and Article 1 of Chapter 17 of Title 45 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the regulation of the practice of law and general provisions regarding notaries public, respectively, so as to provide for the modernization of certain legal, notarial, and court services using electronic means; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 125 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia (SILCGA), a nonprofit organization established under federal law to support people with disabilities. It commends SILCGA for its work developing state plans, removing societal barriers, operating community centers, and advancing accessibility in housing, healthcare, education, and transportation. The resolution has no new policy requirements or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial. Adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 5, 2025, it formally honors SILCGA's service to Georgians with disabilities and their families.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 31-6-47 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions from the certificate of need program, so as to revise an exemption from certificate of need requirements concerning life plan communities; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 124), not a law with policy changes. It formally recognizes January 26-February 1, 2025, as "Physician Anesthesiologists Week" at the Georgia state capitol. The resolution honors physician anesthesiologists for their role in patient safety during surgery, pain management, and their extensive training (12-14 years of education and 12,000-16,000 training hours). It has no binding requirements or direct impact on healthcare policy, serving only as a symbolic acknowledgment of their contributions.

A RESOLUTION commending the county marshals of the State of Georgia and their deputies for the contributions they make to the communities they protect and serve and recognizing March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summarySR 100 is a Georgia Senate resolution honoring the late State Senator Vincent D. Fort, who served the 39th District from 1996 to 2017. It commemorates his legislative work, including authoring Georgia's first hate crimes law (2001) and the Georgia Fair Lending Act (2003), and directs the Senate to share the resolution with his family. This procedural resolution has no policy impact - it formally expresses the Senate's condolences and recognizes his legacy.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 94), not a law. It formally commends David Escott "Scotty" Ferber for earning the Eagle Scout rank - the highest achievement in the Boy Scouts of America - after completing a rigorous program and demonstrating leadership. The resolution highlights his specific accomplishments, including leading a community project installing band lockers at North Forsyth Middle School. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on policy or individuals, serving only to recognize his personal achievement.

A RESOLUTION congratulating John Coen upon his induction to the Roswell High School Hall of Fame as well as the Georgia Dugout Baseball Hall of Fame; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commends retiring Braselton Police Chief Terry Esco for 35 years of service, including growing the department from 1 to 23 officers and modernizing technology, training, and equipment. It recognizes his leadership as Public Safety Director, his role as Gwinnett Police Chiefs Association president, and his service on the GACP All-Hazard Council. The Senate formally expresses appreciation for his "care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication" to the community. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact beyond honoring his service.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the University of Georgia Block and Bridle Club on the occasion of its 50th Great Southland Stampede Rodeo; and for other purposes.