Sen. John Albers

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 2 of Chapter 4 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to war veterans home, so as to authorize the admission of eligible nonveteran residents to a Georgia War Veterans' Home under certain circumstances; 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 Code Section 15-16-1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to qualification requirements for sheriff and exemptions, so as to require that candidates for the office of sheriff are certified peace officers at the time of qualifying as a candidate; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the North Paulding High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2026 Georgia High School Association Class 6A State Championship and for their outstanding athletic achievements; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones for her extraordinary service to the State of Georgia upon the occasion of her retirement; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a commendation resolution recognizing the 2026 Senate Aides and Senate Academic Aides for their exemplary service to the Georgia Senate. It directly affects the named individuals who have worked as legislative assistants for Senate committees and leadership during the 2026 regular session. The resolution formally acknowledges their dedication to ensuring efficient administration of Senate committee hearings and expresses appreciation for their contributions to the legislative process. The Senate has authorized the distribution of copies of this resolution to the recognized aides as a gesture of recognition for their hard work.

A RESOLUTION applying to the United States Congress to call a convention under Article V of the Constitution of the United States limited to proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives and to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States Senate; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Dr. A. Lois Keith for her lifetime of exemplary leadership, service, and unwavering commitment to the mission of the National Council of Negro Women; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates June 9, 2026, as FSGS Awareness Day at the state capitol to raise public awareness about focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, a rare kidney disease that can lead to kidney failure. The resolution highlights the disease's impact on patients, noting that it disproportionately affects African American communities and causes significant healthcare costs. It aims to support patients and families while promoting efforts for better diagnosis and access to future treatments. The Senate has adopted this symbolic measure to encourage public understanding of the condition's challenges.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service to the State of Georgia. It highlights his long career in the state Senate, his leadership roles on various committees, and his contributions as a veteran who helped establish veteran-related programs in Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison as an official acknowledgment of his accomplishments.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Anna Roach for her service as Executive Director of the Atlanta Regional Commission. The bill does not create new laws or change policies but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her leadership in regional planning and public service. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Roach as a keepsake of the recognition. The measure is non-binding and has no impact on government operations or funding.