Sen. Matt Brass

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 and Article 1 of Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions and the Georgia Composite Medical Board, respectively, so as to prohibit prescribing or administering certain hormone therapies and puberty-blocking medications for certain purposes to minors; to provide for definitions; to provide for limited exceptions; to provide for a remedy for a parent or guardian of a minor; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state government, so as to provide for the preservation of religious freedom; to provide for the granting of relief; to provide for definitions; to provide for construction; to provide for statutory interpretation; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings and determinations; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 521) passed by the Georgia Senate to recognize NFL player Leonard Floyd. It commends his athletic career, including his Super Bowl LVI victory with the Los Angeles Rams, his record as a pass rusher, and his return to Georgia as a member of the Atlanta Falcons. The resolution formally honors his achievements and leadership, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents. It serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for his contributions to football and his community.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SR 514) formally recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2025, as World Autism Awareness Day. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to promote inclusion for individuals with autism. The resolution highlights the importance of early intervention and support services while shifting focus from awareness to acceptance. It was adopted by the Senate on April 2, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies to the public and press.

A RESOLUTION applauding Senator Brandon Beach for his exceptional service in the Georgia State Senate, his leadership in both public and private sectors, and congratulating him on his recent appointment as United States Treasurer in the current Trump Administration; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution creates a Senate committee to study the history and impact of Rosenwald schools in Georgia. The committee will examine how these schools, built in the early 1900s for Black students in rural areas, affected education and economic opportunities for African Americans. The committee must complete its work and submit a report by December 1, 2025, focusing on the schools' legacy and potential lessons for today. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study group, not a law changing policies.

Maddy summarySR 494 is a Senate resolution (commemorative) recognizing Daniel O'Connor for his decades of service in Georgia redistricting. It specifically honors his work with the Georgia House Reapportionment Office and Georgia Republican Party, including contributions to redistricting cycles after 2010 and the 2006 transition to single-member districts. The resolution formally commends his role in ensuring fair representation and extends birthday congratulations for his March 25 birthday. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legislative effect beyond the ceremonial recognition.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 497) honoring the late Michael Ernest Sumner, a Georgia resident and legal professional who died on February 22, 2025. The resolution expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences for his passing and recognizes his contributions, including 16 years of service on the Coweta County Board of Education and his community and church involvement. It was formally adopted by the Senate on March 31, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to share a copy with his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or binding effect.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Norma Haynes, a Coweta County resident known as the "Mother of Public Safety," for her decades of service including founding the Newnan Coweta Public Safety Foundation and establishing an annual appreciation event for first responders. It commemorates her legacy as Coweta County's first female bailiff (1980), her role in community initiatives like the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay coordination, and her receipt of the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Meritorious Award. The resolution expresses the Senate's condolences for her passing and formally recognizes her contributions to public safety and civic life. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors William Edwards, a University of North Georgia student and Army ROTC cadet, for being named a presidential fellow at the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress. It recognizes his academic achievements (including a perfect 4.0 GPA), military leadership roles, ROTC scholarship, and participation in programs like the Russian language scholarship. The resolution is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's congratulations and best wishes without creating any new policies or obligations.