HR206: HR206 Veterans Memorial Drive; Fulton/Dekalb Counties; dedicate

25 LC 39 9002 House Resolution 206 By: Representatives Oliver of the 84th, Bennett of the 94th, Lupton of the 83rd, Taylor of the 92nd, Drenner of the 85th, and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing United States military veterans and dedicating a highway in their honor; and for1 other purposes.2 WHEREAS, our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic m en and women who put3 their personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in ha rm's way to protect the4 freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and5 WHEREAS, United States military veterans have demonstrated a deep personal commitment6 to protecting democracy and a willingness to sacrifice their own personal safety and comfort7 to ensure the well-being of their fellow man; and8 WHEREAS, they have served as guardians of this nation's freedom and liberty and have9 diligently and conscientiously undergone intensive and rigorous training in order to serve10 their country with honor and distinction during times of war and peace; and11 WHEREAS, it is important that veterans are thanked for their selfless service to this nation12 and honored for their unyielding commitment to protecting the p eople and ideals of the13 United States; and14 H. R. 206 - 1 - 25 LC 39 9002 WHEREAS, veterans embody the spirit of service and willingness to find meaning in15 something greater than themselv es, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that the16 outstanding accomplishments and sacrifices of these remarkable and distinguished17 Americans be honored appropriately.18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL19 ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the entire portion of State Route 10/S tate20 Route 154/Memorial Drive in Fulton and DeKalb counties is dedic ated as the Veterans21 Memorial Drive.22 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and23 directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the Veterans Memorial Drive.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized25 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the26 Department of Transportation.27 H. R. 206 - 2 -