A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, so as to rename the Georgia Development Authority as the Georgia Agricultural Development Authority; to make conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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 RESOLUTION commemorating Juneteenth; recognizing the history and meaning of the Juneteenth holiday; and honoring the struggle for freedom, equality, and full citizenship for Black Americans; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution honors the life of Daniel Waldon Wright Jr., a respected educator and Savannah native who passed away on March 7, 2026. The bill formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences and acknowledges his contributions as president of the Georgia Association of Educators and his role as a devoted family man. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright's family for their records. The measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than establishing new laws or policies.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Elena Parent for her public service as she retires from the Georgia State Senate. It highlights her leadership roles, such as chairing the Senate Democratic Caucus, and her committee memberships in education, judiciary, and other areas. The resolution also acknowledges her community involvement and expresses congratulations on her retirement.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Senator Freddie Powell Sims for her public service. It honors her contributions to the Georgia State Senate, including her leadership in various committees and her work on education and infrastructure projects. The resolution also congratulates her on her retirement and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to her.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 48 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to ad valorem taxation of property, so as to authorize certain local governing authorities to provide temporary tax relief from the taxes levied for the harvest or sale of standing timber in certain disaster areas;to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title and legislative findings and intent; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a Senate study committee to investigate pharmacy benefits managers and their impact on prescription drug costs and consumer access. The committee will examine practices such as steering patients to affiliated pharmacies, drug price markups, and reimbursement manipulation that critics say harm patients and independent pharmacies. The committee consists of Senate committee chairs and appointed experts, and it will hold meetings, receive funding for its work, and submit a report with findings and potential legislative recommendations before being abolished on December 1, 2026.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Austin Trott for completing a 10-year work anniversary with the Georgia State Senate. The document highlights his career progression from a senate aide in 2015 to his current role as deputy director of the Senate Budget and Evaluation Office, noting his academic background and contributions to legislative operations. The resolution authorizes the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the document to Trott as an official acknowledgment of his service and leadership.
