A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 2 of Title 1 of the O.C.G.A., relating to persons and their rights; to amend Chapter 11 of Title 15 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the Juvenile Code; to amend Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the O.C.G.A., relating to offenses against public health; to amend Title 19 of the O.C.G.A., relating to domestic relations; to amend Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the O.C.G.A., relating to education; to amend Title 31 of the O.C.G.A., relating to health; to amend Title 33 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance; to amend Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to physicians and others; to amend Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the O.C.G.A., relating to insurance; to amend Chapter 7 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A., relating to taxes; to amend Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the O.C.G.A., relating to public assistance; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sen. Nikki Merritt
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 228) expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences upon the passing of Joyce Lewis, a respected citizen. It formally honors her life, character, and contributions to her family, friends, and community, citing her integrity, kindness, and dedication. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 21, 2025, and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to her family. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on legislation or constituents.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 240) formally recognizes and honors the Jonesboro Majestic Marching Cardinals, a high school band from Clayton County, Georgia. It acknowledges their contributions to music education, student opportunities (including scholarship assistance), and community representation through performances at events like the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade and the National Fourth of July Parade. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or legal requirements; it is purely a ceremonial expression of appreciation. The Senate passed this resolution to commend the band's achievements and extend best wishes for their future success.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to education, so as to prohibit discrimination on the basis of an individual's race due to a protective hairstyle, or length thereof, in any student dress or grooming policy, program, or activity conducted by an educational institution that receives or benefits from state financial assistance, or enrolls students who receive state student financial aid; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 235) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia Senate, not a law with policy changes. It formally commends the Georgia Beverage Association for its "Made to be Remade" initiative, which focuses on improving beverage container recycling through consumer education, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships. The resolution highlights the association's work alongside major beverage companies (like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo) and their "Every Bottle Back" program, which aims to boost recycling rates and reduce plastic waste. It has no binding effect or new requirements - it simply expresses the Senate's support for these voluntary industry efforts.
A RESOLUTION urging the General Assembly to appropriate an additional $2 million annually to the Georgia Pregnancy and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, in lieu of all moneys currently being appropriated to fund crisis pregnancy centers; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis resolution dedicates the intersection of State Route 139/Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard and Lee Street Southwest in Fulton County as the Senator Vincent D. Fort Memorial Intersection. The Georgia Department of Transportation is directed to install and maintain signage for this memorial. It serves as a commemorative honor for Senator Fort's legacy, without creating new laws or affecting policy.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 2A of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to perinatal facilities, so as to explicitly prohibit limited services pregnancy centers from engaging in false or misleading advertising about the products or services provided at such centers; to provide for definitions; to provide for enforcement; to provide for notice and procedures; to provide for penalties; to provide for cause of action; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation of hospitals and related institutions, so as to permit assisted living communities and personal care homes to enroll as Medicaid providers; to provide for development of a model for implementation; to provide for submission of a state plan amendment or waiver, if necessary; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 6 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to services for the aging, so as to create the Georgia Adult and Aging Services Agency; to provide for definitions; to provide for the creation of the Georgia Adult and Aging Services Board; to provide for membership, powers, and duties; to provide for an agency executive director; to provide for executive personnel; to provide for transfer of property, personnel, and funding from the Department of Human Services and the Division of Aging Services; to provide for further authorizations; to provide for receipt of funds and appropriations; to provide for an annual report; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.