Sen. Kenya Wicks

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 869), not a law-changing bill. It formally recognizes and commends Mayor Craig L. Newton of Norcross, Georgia, for his public service, including being the first African American mayor elected in Gwinnett County (2017) and serving over 20 years in local government. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation through words of commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2026.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 863 (SR 863) recognizes and commends Diesha Ranaldson-Blackmon for her service in the U.S. Navy (2009-2019) and her subsequent community work, including her role as a life coach supporting veterans through Sanctum Peace. The resolution, adopted by the Georgia Senate on February 26, 2026, formally honors her leadership, military service, and dedication to veterans' wellness. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Ranaldson-Blackmon as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy impact or legal effect.

Maddy summarySR 852 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing Dr. Sharon D. Lise (H.C.) for her service and community leadership. It formally commends her 7.5-year U.S. Navy career as an Electrician's Mate, her volunteer work with Soldiers' Angels Charity, and her roles with military veteran organizations like Omicron Nu Xi Military Sorority and the National Association of Black Military Women. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply honors her contributions through a formal Senate statement. The Senate adopted it on February 26, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 864), not a bill with policy changes. It formally recognizes and commends Sergeant First Class (Ret.) Yvonne Barrett for her 29 years of military service (1989-2018) in the U.S. Army, highlighting her leadership roles, commitment to unit welfare, and post-military humanitarian work. The resolution has no legal effect or direct impact on any policies or individuals beyond honoring her service. It was adopted by the Senate on February 26, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 853) honoring retired Lieutenant Colonel Sabrina Keyrra Bradley. It recognizes her 30+ years of military service (1975-2005), including leadership roles during the Gulf War, and her post-military volunteer work with veteran and community organizations. The resolution formally commends her dedication to country and community but contains no policy changes or direct impact on laws or constituents. It is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation, with no legislative effect beyond the Senate's expression of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 867) formally recognizes Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc. (PUFW), a non-profit organization supporting women affected by domestic violence. It commends PUFW for providing resources like financial assistance, job skills training, and educational scholarships, without creating new laws or altering policies. The resolution serves only as a ceremonial honor, with no direct impact on legislation or beneficiaries beyond acknowledging the organization's work.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 860), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes and commends Major Tracy Reed for her 15-year service in the U.S. Army, her military awards, her community involvement, and her character. The resolution has no policy effect or funding provisions - it simply expresses the Georgia Senate's appreciation through a formal commendation. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 26, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 861) recognizing Shameka A. Jones for her military service and community contributions. It formally commends her six-year U.S. Army career - including roles at Fort Gordon, Korea, and Fort Gilliam - and her recognition as Soldier of the Year and Sergeant Audie Murphy Club member. The resolution directs the Senate Secretary to provide Jones with a copy of the resolution, honoring her leadership and service to Georgia citizens. It has no policy impact or funding changes, serving solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Titles 34, 48, and 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to labor and industrial relations, revenue and taxation, and social services, respectively, so as to provide for certain protections of caregivers; to provide for duration of sick leave; to revise a definition; to increase the tax credit for qualified caregiving expenses; to provide for no displacement from other programs; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 2 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to competencies and core curriculum under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to provide for a course of instruction in legal literacy and life skills; to provide for the adoption of content standards for such instruction; to require that each local board of education and other public school governing body offer a course of instruction based on such content standards; to require that students complete such course of study prior to graduation; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.