SR51: SR51 Georgia Association of Broadcasters; commend

This is a commemorative resolution from the Georgia State Senate, not a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It praises the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, described as the nation's oldest broadcast association, and its hundreds of radio and television station members for providing local news, emergency alerts, and other information to Georgia communities. The resolution specifically highlights the role broadcasters played during Hurricane Helene, delivering critical updates and emergency information to residents. It formally commends the association and its members for their service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Association of Broadcasters as a keepsake.

• Formally commends the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its radio and television station members for community service and dedication.
• Specifically recognizes broadcasters' role in providing emergency information and updates during Hurricane Helene.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Association of Broadcasters.
• Creates no new laws, funding, penalties, or regulatory changes; it is purely a statement of recognition.

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its member radio and television stations are the direct subjects of this recognition. It has no legal or regulatory effect on any other group, business, or government agency.

Because this is a commendation rather than a law, it does not change any rights, obligations, or funding. Its main effect is symbolic: a formal, public acknowledgment by the Georgia Senate of broadcasters' service during emergencies like Hurricane Helene.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the Georgia Association of Broadcasters as the nation's first and oldest broadcast association, representing hundreds of radio and television licensees.
• The resolution notes broadcasters' role during Hurricane Helene in delivering emergency alerts and safety information to Georgia residents.
• The resolving clause has the Senate commend the association and its members for their service and community dedication.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to the association.

1. 2025-01-29Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-01-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)Primary sponsor
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
• Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
• Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
• Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
• Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
• Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)

• broadcasting
• Hurricane Helene
• legislative commendation
• media
• emergency communications