Sen. Doc Rhett

Maddy summaryThis resolution dedicates the intersection of U.S. 41/State Route 3 and Creekside Village Parkway NW in Cobb County as the "Officer Drew Haynes Brown Memorial Intersection." It honors Cobb County police officer Drew Haynes Brown, who died in 1983 when his patrol car was struck by a drunk driver while on duty. The resolution directs the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs at the location.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-85.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to license plates for certain veterans, so as to increase the number of free license plates issued to certain veterans; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Reverend Willie C. Neal for his outstanding service as a religious leader in Georgia. The measure highlights his long history of community involvement, including his 34 years as senior pastor at Philadelphia Baptist Church where he oversaw significant growth and development. By passing this resolution, the Senate intends to honor his contributions to the state and his church without changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Philadelphia Baptist Church on the occasion of its 153rd anniversary. The bill honors the church's history, from its founding in 1873 to the completion of its new building in 2007 and the planned payoff of its mortgage in 2026. It also acknowledges the contributions of numerous past and present pastors and members who have helped the organization grow. The Senate will distribute a copy of this resolution to the church to celebrate its long-standing service to the community.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution honors the life and memory of Ronald D. Wood, a distinguished Atlanta native who passed away. The bill formally recognizes his significant contributions to Albany State University, where he served for over 45 years as a donor, scholarship provider, and leader of the athletic association, alongside his successful career in insurance. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Wood's family as a gesture of respect.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams, a civil rights leader and United Methodist minister known for his work in voter registration, education, and community service. The bill formally recognizes his contributions to social justice and his dedication to empowering underserved populations throughout his ministry and personal life. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Reverend Abrams's family as a tribute to his enduring impact on society.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Tayvian D. Allen for his outstanding achievements and dedicated public service. The document highlights his extensive work across various roles, including community outreach with the Sheriff's Office, administrative support in parish government, legislative assistance with the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus, and service as chief of staff to a state senator. By passing this measure, the Senate acknowledges his contributions to leadership, scholarship, and civic engagement without altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life and memory of Morriscene Watts Thomas, a distinguished educator and community leader from Georgia. The bill formally recognizes her contributions to public education, her involvement in the civil rights movement, and her dedication to family and faith. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Thomas's family as a gesture of respect and remembrance.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 17-7-70.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to trial upon accusations in certain felony and misdemeanor cases and trial upon plea of guilty or nolo contendere, so as to allow for offenses that are not serious violent felonies, sexual felonies, or other certain offenses to be charged by accusation of the district attorney; to provide for definitions; to provide for conditions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 23 of Title 2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Georgia Hemp Farming Act," so as to provide limits on the total THC concentration of consumable hemp products; to revise provisions concerning the certificate of analysis applicable to consumable hemp products; to revise and provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.