SR51: SR51 Georgia Association of Broadcasters; commend

25 LC 112 2749 Senate Resolution 51 By: Senators Anavitarte of the 31st, Harbison of the 15th, Brass of the 6th, Dixon of the 45th, Goodman of the 8th and others A RESOLUTION Commending the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and their radio and television station1 members; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, the nation's first and oldest broadcast3 association, works diligently to represent the interests of radio and television licensees and4 is composed of hundreds of radio and television broadcasters; and5 WHEREAS, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its televi sion and radio station6 members have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication t o their communities by7 providing timely and accurate local news, engaging content, and life-saving information; and8 WHEREAS, during times of crisis, such as Hurricane Helene, broa dcasters have played a9 crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of Georgia residents by delivering critical10 updates, emergency alerts, and essential information; and11 WHEREAS, the commitment of these broadcasters to public service and their unwavering12 efforts to keep the public informed have significantly contribu ted to the resilience and13 preparedness of communities across Georgia; and14 S. R. 51 - 1 - 25 LC 112 2749 WHEREAS, the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its member s have shown15 exemplary professionalism, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility in their reporting and16 broadcasting, earning the trust and respect of their audiences; and17 WHEREAS, the Georgia State Senate recognizes the invaluable contributions of the Georgia18 Association of Broadcasters and its television and radio statio n members to the State of19 Georgia and its residents.20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body21 commend the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and their telev ision and radio station22 members for their outstanding service, dedication, and commitme nt to their communities,23 especially during times of crisis like Hurricane Helene.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed25 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to the Georgia26 Association of Broadcasters.27 S. R. 51 - 2 -