SR80: SR80 Kile, Robert Michael "Mike"; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Robert Michael "Mike" Kile, who began his law enforcement career in 1969 as a patrolman in Burke County and went on to serve as a deputy sheriff, chief deputy, and chief of police in Screven County before being elected sheriff in 1992. He served as sheriff for 32 years, during which he oversaw construction of a new 175-bed jail to replace the county's aging 1930s facility. The resolution formally commends Kile's dedication, integrity, and service to Screven County residents. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Kile as a keepsake honoring his career.

• Formally commends Robert Michael "Mike" Kile for his 55-year law enforcement career in Burke and Screven counties.
• Recounts his service history, including his 32 years as elected sheriff of Screven County starting in 1993.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Kile.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement by the Senate.

The resolution directly names and honors Robert Michael "Mike" Kile and mentions his family. It does not impose any obligations on the public, government agencies, or other Georgians beyond the Senate's own administrative act of distributing a copy.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it serves as a public, official record of appreciation for a long-serving local law enforcement officer, reflecting how the Georgia Senate formally recognizes community figures.

• The whereas clauses detail Kile's career timeline from 1969 patrolman to 32-year sheriff of Screven County starting January 1, 1993.
• The resolved clause formally commends his 'care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication' as sheriff.
• The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Kile.

1. 2025-02-03Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-01-30Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Max Burns (R, SD-023)Primary sponsor
• Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
• Lee Anderson (R, SD-024)

• law enforcement
• Screven County
• legislative commendation
• Georgia Senate