SR494: SR494 O'Connor, Daniel; recognize

25 LC 112 3540 Senate Resolution 494 By: Senators Gooch of the 51st, Hodges of the 3rd, Robertson of the 29th, Kennedy of the 18th, Anavitarte of the 31st and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Daniel O'Connor for his service in r edistricting and1 celebrating his birthday; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Daniel O'Connor has demonstrated an exceptional commit ment to public3 service through his extensive career in legislative analysis, policy research, and redistricting4 in the State of Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, Daniel O'Connor has served in various roles over decades, including with the6 Georgia Republican Party and the Georgia House of Representativ es Reapportionment7 Office, contributing his expertise to the complex and critical task of redistricting legislative8 districts; and9 WHEREAS, he has provided invaluable support and guidance to leg islators, produced10 detailed analysis of voting patterns and demographics, and helped ensure fair and effective11 representation for the people of Georgia; and12 WHEREAS, his work has been instrumental during multiple redistricting cycles, including13 the post-2010 cycle and the 2006 adjustments, during which he helped transition Georgia to14 single-member districts and supported efforts that shaped the legislative map of the state; and15 S. R. 494 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3540 WHEREAS, Daniel O'Connor's efforts reflect a dedication not only to sound governance and16 data-informed decision-making but also to upholding the democra tic principles of17 representative government; and18 WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to honor Daniel O'Connor on t he occasion of his19 birthday, celebrated each year on March 25, and to recognize hi s many years of devoted20 public service.21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body22 recognize and commend Daniel O'Connor for his outstanding contributions to the State of23 Georgia through his service in redistricting and reapportionmen t and extend heartfelt24 congratulations to him on the occasion of his birthday, March 25, 1963.25 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed26 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Daniel O'Connor.27 S. R. 494 - 2 -