Sen. Nabilah Parkes

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 resolution (SR 666) formally recognizes Eden Pethel, an eighth-grade home-schooled student from Pendergrass, Georgia, for winning a state license plate design competition. The bill commemorates her winning design, which will become an official Georgia license plate celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary. It has no policy impact or funding provisions - it is purely ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate. The resolution was recently adopted by the Senate and directs the Secretary to provide a copy to Eden Pethel.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 17, 2026, as Profound Autism Day to recognize individuals with profound autism who require 24/7 care due to severe intellectual disabilities or minimal communication abilities. It highlights their underrepresentation in research and support programs, citing CDC data showing 1 in 4 autistic children (age 8) in the U.S. have profound autism. The resolution is purely commemorative - no new laws, funding, or policy changes are created - and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute copies for public awareness.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 653) formally recognizes "Keep Georgia Beautiful Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It is a ceremonial resolution acknowledging the work of the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation and its affiliates, which operate statewide litter prevention, recycling, and community beautification programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change existing policies - it solely serves to honor the organization's efforts through a formal Senate recognition. The Senate adopted this resolution on February 2, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 660) formally recognizes February 10, 2026, as "Interfaith Children’s Movement Day" at the Georgia State Capitol. It honors the Interfaith Children’s Movement (ICM), a Georgia-based organization founded after 9/11 that advocates for children’s policy issues like education equity, child welfare, and health access. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, declaring a day of recognition without creating new laws or obligations. It acknowledges ICM’s work advancing child-centered policies across Georgia through faith-based advocacy and community partnerships.

Maddy summarySR 663 is a symbolic resolution recognizing the week of February 2-6, 2026, as National School Counseling Week. It highlights the role of school counselors in supporting students' academic success, career planning, and personal development. The resolution formally directs the Georgia Senate to recognize this week and authorizes distributing a copy to the Georgia School Counselor Association. This resolution does not create new laws or affect funding - it serves as a public acknowledgment of counselors' contributions.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 80 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions applicable to counties, municipal corporations, and other governmental entities, so as to prohibit local governments and political subdivisions from entering into nondisclosure agreements regarding electricity usage or water usage of any entity; to amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to exemptions from sales and use tax, so as to suspend the issuance of new certificates of exemption for certain high-technology data center equipment during a certain period; to provide for an exception; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (SR 640), not a law with policy changes. It formally recognizes the importance of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) as a field that helps individuals and families address issues like nutrition, financial literacy, and family well-being. The resolution acknowledges FCS professionals' role in education and community support but contains no binding requirements or new programs. It has no direct effect on policy, funding, or specific groups, as it is purely a statement of recognition adopted by the Senate.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week at the state capitol. It directs the Senate to acknowledge this week to raise public awareness about congenital heart defects, which affect approximately 40,000 newborns annually in the U.S. and can lead to undiagnosed health risks, including sudden cardiac death in young athletes. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial observance to honor affected families and health professionals.