Georgia CommonsHR 1336: Severe Weather Preparedness Week; commending the Meteorologists in the public and private sectors alike for their exceptional service to the State of Georgia; recognize
Last action February 11, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Week and commends meteorologists at the National Weather Service, broadcast stations, and other public and private organizations for their work protecting Georgians.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Week, an annual observance meant to promote awareness and readiness ahead of severe weather in Georgia. It praises the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City, broadcast television meteorologists, and other state and private sector weather professionals for their forecasting and public safety work during events like tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, winter storms, and extreme heat. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the National Weather Service, broadcast television stations, and other meteorologists named in the text. It does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or spend state funds; it is a formal statement of appreciation.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Severe Weather Preparedness Week as an occasion for promoting weather awareness and public safety in Georgia.
- Commends the National Weather Service - Atlanta, broadcast television meteorologists, and state and private sector meteorologists for their forecasting work.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the honored meteorologists and organizations.
- Creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties, since it is a commendatory resolution rather than a change to Georgia law.
Who it affects
The resolution names and honors the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City, broadcast television meteorologists, and state and private sector meteorologists across Georgia. It does not impose obligations on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond the Clerk of the House distributing copies.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians day to day. Its practical impact is limited to a formal, public acknowledgment from the Georgia House of Representatives of the work meteorologists do to keep the public informed during severe weather events.
Key provisions
- The preamble (the 'whereas' clauses) describes the role of the National Weather Service - Atlanta and other meteorologists in forecasting severe weather for Georgia.
- The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend the National Weather Service - Atlanta, broadcast television, and state and private sector meteorologists.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to those honored.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend and honor the National Weather Service - Atlanta, Georgia, Broadcast Television, as well as state and other private/public sector Meteorologists in Georgia during Severe Weather Preparedness Week for their outstanding service, dedication, and commitment to protecting the lives and well-being of Georgians.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
- Eric Gisler (D, HD-121)
- Mike Cameron (R, HD-001)
- Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)
Topics
- severe weather preparedness
- meteorologists
- National Weather Service
- public safety
- Georgia legislature resolutions