HR653: HR653 Veterans Perimeter Road; Coffee County; dedicate

25 LC 39 4763 House Resolution 653 By: Representatives O’Steen of the 169th and Burchett of the 176th 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. 653 - 1 - 25 LC 39 4763 WHEREAS, veterans embody the spirit of service, willing to find meaning in something15 greater than themselves, and it is abundantly fitting and prope r that the outstanding16 accomplishments and sacrifices of these remarkable and distinguished Americans be honored17 appropriately.18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL19 ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the entire portion of State Route 206 in Coffee County is20 dedicated as Veterans Perimeter Road.21 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and22 directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating Veterans Perimeter Road.23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the25 Department of Transportation. 26 H. R. 653 - 2 -