Sen. Nikki Merritt

A RESOLUTION urging the United States Department of Energy (DOE) to reinstate and fully fund radiological and water quality protections for the Savannah River and surrounding communities; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Laura Barrett Drake for her service. It directly affects Drake by honoring her 18 years of leadership as director of the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry. The resolution highlights her work providing food assistance and support services to approximately 1,600 individuals monthly. It authorizes the Senate Secretary to distribute a copy of the resolution to Drake. This is a ceremonial measure with no policy changes or budgetary impact.

A RESOLUTION honoring and commending Dr. A. Lois Keith for her lifetime of exemplary leadership, service, and unwavering commitment to the mission of the National Council of Negro Women; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 15, 2026, as James Warren Spires Day to honor a pastor and teacher who has served in ministry for 50 years. The resolution recognizes his long-term leadership at Hatley Baptist Church and his dedication to sharing the gospel message. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to James Warren Spires for his records. This is a commemorative measure with no impact on laws, funding, or public policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 19, 2026, as Pace Day at the Florida State Capitol to honor the Pace Center for Girls. The resolution recognizes the organization's work providing free education, counseling, and life skills support to over 3,000 girls annually across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. It highlights the center's focus on helping girls affected by trauma and reducing their involvement in the juvenile justice system. The Senate resolution directs officials to share a copy of the document with the Pace Center for Girls.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Georgia State Capitol to honor the City of Grayson in Gwinnett County. The resolution recognizes the city's historical significance, including its 1902 incorporation, early development by founding families, growth of local institutions, and historic railroad depot. It authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press, but does not create any new laws or funding. The measure is a commemorative recognition rather than a policy change affecting government operations or citizens.

A RESOLUTION urging the United States Congress to cancel the proposed plutonium pit plant at the United States Department of Energy's Savannah River Site; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Rochelle Wright for her public service to the City of Grayson. It directly affects Wright by honoring her role as the first Black woman elected to the Grayson City Council and her contributions as a community advocate and entrepreneur. The resolution expresses appreciation for her leadership, integrity, and dedication to improving her community and state. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright for distribution.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Reverend Avery Headd on the occasion of his 31st pastoral anniversary. The resolution highlights his long-term service as a spiritual leader at Poplar Hill Baptist Church, where he has helped grow the congregation and established various community programs. It directs the Senate Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Reverend Headd as a gesture of appreciation for his ministry. This is a ceremonial measure intended to honor his contributions to the church and community.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that officially recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day to honor Historically Black Colleges and Universities and the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations in the state. It acknowledges the significant contributions of these institutions and organizations to education, leadership development, and community advancement across Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the document to the public and press, but it does not create new laws or change existing policies.