SR239: SR239 Smith Jr., Nolan Sental; honor

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate recognizing Nolan Sental Smith Jr., who grew up in Savannah and played football at Calvary Day School and IMG Academy before becoming a team captain at the University of Georgia, where he helped the Bulldogs win back-to-back College Football Playoff National Championships. The resolution also notes his selection by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The resolution highlights his work through the Nolan Smith Foundation, which supports young athletes, and community efforts like bike drives and holiday giveback events. It does not change any Georgia law; it simply formally honors him and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally honors Nolan Sental Smith Jr. on behalf of the Georgia Senate for his football career and community service.
• Recognizes his time at the University of Georgia and his selection by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2023 NFL Draft.
• Acknowledges his charitable work through the Nolan Smith Foundation and various community giveback events.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Smith.

This resolution primarily concerns Nolan Sental Smith Jr. himself; it has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies since it is a ceremonial honor rather than a law.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate recognizing a notable athlete's achievements and community contributions, with no impact on state law, funding, or day-to-day life for Georgians.

• The resolution's whereas clauses recount Smith's background, his college football career at the University of Georgia, and his 2023 NFL Draft selection by the Philadelphia Eagles.
• The first resolving clause formally honors Smith for his accomplishments and community service.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Smith.

1. 2025-02-24Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-21Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)Primary sponsor
• Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
• Freddie Sims (D, SD-012)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)

• ceremonial resolution
• University of Georgia football
• NFL Draft
• community service
• Georgia Senate honors