Sen. Russ Goodman

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dangerous instrumentalities and practices, so as to repeal the prohibition on possessing a silencer; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the White Rose Society and honors Linda Weinkle Selig for her leadership and civic contributions. The resolution acknowledges the White Rose Society's mission to educate the public about civil liberty and preserve the legacy of the original White Rose resistance movement from Nazi Germany. It also highlights Selig's extensive community service in Atlanta, including her roles with various Jewish organizations and her co-founding of the White Rose Society. The Senate resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide copies of the document to both Selig and the White Rose Society.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 19, 2026, as Golf Day in Georgia to honor the sport's significant economic contributions to the state. The resolution recognizes golf's role in supporting over 24,000 jobs and generating billions in economic activity, including major events like the Masters Tournament and TOUR Championship. It encourages citizens to participate in or watch golf while authorizing the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and media. The measure is a symbolic recognition rather than a policy change, with no new regulations or funding attached.

A RESOLUTION commending and recognizing North Paulding Junior Wolfpack Cheer for their outstanding athletic achievements, academic excellence, and service to their community; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team for their outstanding athletic achievements, academic excellence, and service to their community; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the state employees' health insurance plan, so as to prohibit the Board of Community Health from entering into, executing, or renewing a contract or contracts with any pharmacy benefits manager that owns or has an ownership interest in any retail pharmacy or any legal entity that contracts with or uses such pharmacy benefits manager; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Pastor Dr. Brad Whitt for his 30 years of pastoral service and leadership. The bill honors his work leading congregations in Tennessee, Ohio, and South Carolina, including his current role at Abilene Baptist Church, where he has helped grow the church and establish community programs. It also acknowledges his service as president of the South Carolina Baptist Convention's Pastors' Conference and his authorship of three books on faith. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the document to Pastor Whitt.

Maddy summarySR 800 is a resolution creating Georgia's Joint Study Committee on the Generational Sustainability of Family Farms. It directly affects Georgia's family farms, which contribute $100.4 billion to the state economy and face challenges like declining farmer income, rising input costs, mental health crises, and workforce shortages. The committee will study these issues and recommend policies to support existing farms, develop new markets, reduce input costs, and prepare the next generation of farmers. The committee, composed of 11 legislators and the Agriculture Commissioner, must submit its findings by December 1, 2026. This is a procedural resolution establishing a study body, not a law with immediate policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and congratulates the Miss Georgia Peach Scholarship Pageant and its 2025 winners. It acknowledges the pageant's role in promoting Georgia's peach industry and building self-confidence among girls aged 4 to 24 through civic engagement. The resolution specifically names the five 2025 Georgia Peach Queens and authorizes the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the commendation to the pageant's organizing board. This is a ceremonial measure with no impact on laws, funding, or policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes the 25th anniversary of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District. It does not create new laws or change existing policies but instead serves as a commemorative acknowledgment of the district's conservation achievements over the past quarter-century. The resolution highlights the district's success in reducing water consumption, implementing efficiency programs, and improving watershed health through various initiatives. It authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to the district for distribution purposes.