Sen. Sheikh Rahman

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.

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service to the State of Georgia. It highlights his long career in the state Senate, his leadership roles on various committees, and his contributions as a veteran who helped establish veteran-related programs in Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Senator Harbison as an official acknowledgment of his accomplishments.

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.

A RESOLUTION urging the United States Department of Homeland Security and United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to refrain from immigration enforcement activity in the immediate vicinity of polling places and locations where ballots are being cast in the State of Georgia; urging the Secretary of State to issue uniform guidance and protocols to protect voters, poll workers, and election officials from intimidation; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis Georgia state resolution establishes a temporary committee to replace the state's existing statue of Alexander Hamilton Stephens in the National Statuary Hall Collection with a new statue of former President Jimmy Carter. The eight-member committee, appointed by state officials, will select a sculptor, design the new statue, and secure private funding to cover all costs including creation, transportation, and a dedication ceremony. Once the new statue is approved by federal authorities, the old Stephens statue will be moved to a location designated by the committee within Georgia. The committee will dissolve on December 1, 2026, after completing the replacement process.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions of parks, historic areas, memorials, and recreation, so as to provide certain fee waivers for active duty members of the military, veterans, and family members; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.