House Resolution 1089
By: Representative Smith of the 18th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Major Craig Dodson; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Major Craig Dodson has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for
the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the
welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Major Dodson has served with honor and distinction with the Carroll County
Sheriff’s Department for 35 years; and
WHEREAS, throughout his career, Major Dodson has served in numerous specialized and
leadership roles, including his work in K-9 and Special Operations, the Patrol Division, and
later his promotion to Major in 2003, where he has overseen Patrol, CID, Court Services, and
Training, among many others; and
WHEREAS, he also serves as Director of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office of Emergency
Management and continues to contribute to community safety through his work on the
Emergency Shelter Board, the CASA Board, threat assessment initiatives, fraud prevention
programs, the School District Safety Team, and various Active Shooter and Community
Safety Programs; and
WHEREAS, he is highly regarded by the citizens of his community and by state and local
government officials as a man of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the administration
of justice and sound principles of law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, this spirited law enforcement professional has exhibited extraordinary devotion
to duty, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his
duties; and
WHEREAS, his inspiring commitment to the welfare of others is an outstanding example of
the positive effect law enforcement professionals have on the lives and well-being of others;
and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that gratitude is expressed for the unique and
often unheralded contributions of local law enforcement professionals on behalf of the
citizens of this state.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Major Craig Dodson, congratulate him
upon 35-years of service, and extend sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness,
and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Major
Craig Dodson.