Sen. Matt Brass

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.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 1 of Chapter 11 of Title 4 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to animal protection generally, so as to strengthen protections for dogs possessed for breeding purposes; to provide a definition; to expand minimum standards of care applicable to dog breeders; to limit the total number of dogs that may be possessed for breeding purposes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing the acute and ongoing threat to Georgia's forests posed by the southern pine beetle, particularly in the western region of this state, and encouraging all Georgia landowners to follow guidance by the Georgia Forestry Commission to mitigate the spread of this destructive pest; and for other purposes.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the 1980 and 2026 United States Olympic Men's Hockey Teams for their historic achievements and contributions to national unity; and for other purposes.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to laws and statutes, so as to revise provisions relating to the effect and enforcement of foreign laws; to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title 9 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding venue, so as to provide for a cross-reference; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (SR 831), not a policy bill. It formally congratulates Charlie and Haley Barrett on the birth of their son, Charles "Beau" Donald Barrett IV, and extends well-wishes for his life. The resolution acknowledges both parents' state government roles - Charlie as Senate Chief of Staff and Haley as Communications Director for the Ethics Commission. It contains no policy provisions or funding changes; it is solely a symbolic gesture of Senate recognition.

A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Georgia Advancing Communities Together, Inc., and designating February 25, 2026, as Georgia ACT Housing Day at the Capitol; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis is a Senate resolution (SR 828) expressing condolences for the passing of Darvin Eason, a Georgia resident recognized for his agricultural leadership and humanitarian work in Haiti. The resolution honors his life, noting his roles as a Georgia Agribusiness Council leader, Haiti water project volunteer, and recipient of awards like "Progressive Farmer Magazine's Man of the Year." It formally expresses the Senate's regret at his death and directs the Senate Secretary to share a copy with his family. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents.

Maddy summarySR 829 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 11, 2026, as "Nurses Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It formally commends Georgia's registered nurses for their contributions to healthcare, citing their role in patient care, rural health access, and meeting growing healthcare demands. The resolution has no binding effect on policy or funding - it is solely a symbolic gesture of appreciation adopted by the Georgia Senate. It does not directly affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond the commemorative recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically recognizes May 2, 2026, as "Stilettos on Steel Day" and "International Female Ride Day" in Georgia. It honors the Newnan chapter of Stilettos on Steel, a female motorcycle organization, for hosting an all-female ride event with proceeds supporting bicycle donations for teenage girls through the Coweta County Sheriff's Department. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, acknowledging community service and the group's annual event.