Sen. Nikki Merritt

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that every individual has a fundamental right to reproductive freedom and such right shall not be denied, burdened, or infringed upon unless justified by a compelling state interest; to limit the purpose of a compelling state interest; to provide that the state may regulate the provision of abortion care after fetal viability; to provide for a definition; to provide for severability; to provide for related matters; to provide for submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 83) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Morehouse School of Medicine on its 50th anniversary. It recognizes the institution's founding in 1978, its role in training over 3,000 students (including 1,867 physicians), and its focus on diversifying healthcare and serving underserved communities in Georgia. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's praise through a formal statement. No specific individuals or groups are directly affected beyond the school receiving recognition.

Maddy summarySR 68 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing January 30, 2025, as "APRN Day" at the state capitol. It formally honors Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) through a day of recognition at the state government building. The resolution has no policy impact or funding provisions - it simply designates a specific date for ceremonial acknowledgment. The Senate adopted this resolution on January 30, 2025, as a symbolic gesture toward APRNs.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 61) formally recognizes and commends Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally for his humanitarian work. It highlights his leadership roles in Rotary International, his partnership with Hope and Homes for Children supporting Rwandan genocide orphans, his patronage of Trade-Aid, and his role as a Bipolar UK ambassador. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing the Senate's appreciation for his service. It does not affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this symbolic acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 2, 2025, as "Georgia Arts Day" to honor the arts community. It specifically directs recognition to occur "at the state capitol" (per the amended bill text), rather than statewide. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves only to formally acknowledge arts contributions through a symbolic observance. The bill was adopted by the Georgia Senate on January 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates January 28, 2025, as "Gwinnett Chamber Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally recognizes the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce for its 77-year service to businesses in Gwinnett County, including its role representing over 2,000 members and 22,000 businesses. The resolution has no policy impact - it is a ceremonial acknowledgment with no funding or regulatory changes. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on January 29, 2025.

A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution so as to provide that legislative and congressional reapportionment be done by an independent nonpartisan commission instead of the General Assembly; to provide for definitions; to provide for powers, duties, responsibilities, and resources for such commission; to provide for guidelines for reapportionment; to provide for related matters; to provide for submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to education, so as to provide for equal athletic opportunities for public school students; to provide for a cause of action; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 3 of Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to carrying and possession of firearms, so as to establish the offense of making a firearm accessible to a child; to provide for definitions; to provide for exceptions and affirmative defenses; to provide for criminal penalties; to require a notice by certain firearm dealers; 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 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state board of education, so as to require the establishment of a program and state-wide database by the State Board of Education relating to threats to safety made on or impacting school campuses; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.