SR298: SR298 Bennett, LaVeda; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes LaVeda Bennett, who was born in Chicago, graduated from a high school in Atlanta, and served 20 years in the United States Marine Corps. The resolution highlights her advocacy work for veterans, especially women and homeless veterans, including her volunteer role at the Atlanta VA Women's Wellness Clinic and her part in DeKalb County's 'She Served Too' proclamation. The Senate formally commends her for her service and community programs such as 'Her Valor,' 'Watch Me Grow,' and 'Carey's Garden.' It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her, but it creates no new rights, funding, or legal requirements.

• Formally recognizes and commends LaVeda Bennett for her military service and veterans advocacy work.
• States the Senate's best wishes for her continued success but does not create any new law or funding.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Bennett.

This resolution directly names and honors one individual, LaVeda Bennett, and references organizations she worked with such as the Atlanta VA Women's Wellness Clinic and DeKalb, Clayton, and Henry county governments. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, it does not change anyone's rights, obligations, or funding. Its practical effect is limited to publicly honoring Bennett's service and providing her a formal copy of the Senate's recognition.

• The whereas clauses describe Bennett's background, her 20 years in the Marine Corps, and her volunteer advocacy for veterans.
• The resolved clause formally commends her for her service, advocacy, and community dedication.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Bennett.

1. 2025-02-28Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)Primary sponsor
• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
• Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
• Freddie Sims (D, SD-012)
• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
• Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
• Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
• Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
• Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
• Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
• Jason Esteves (D, SD-035)
• Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)

• veterans recognition
• Senate resolution
• Georgia veterans
• community service honors