Georgia CommonsHR 1686: Williams, Columbus Police Sergeant Katina; named WRBL News 3's 2026 Remarkable Woman; commend
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Columbus Police Sergeant Katina Williams for being named WRBL News 3's 2026 Remarkable Woman, recognizing her service in law enforcement.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives congratulating Columbus Police Sergeant Katina Williams. It does not change any law; instead it formally recognizes her being named WRBL News 3's 2026 Remarkable Woman, an honor from a local television station. The resolution praises her service with the Columbus Police Department, describing her dedication, integrity, and leadership. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Sergeant Williams as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Sergeant Katina Williams of the Columbus Police Department for being named WRBL News 3's 2026 Remarkable Woman.
- Expresses the House of Representatives' appreciation for her service and dedication as a law enforcement officer.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Sergeant Williams.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Sergeant Katina Williams of the Columbus Police Department. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, law enforcement agencies, or state policy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it is a symbolic gesture. Its practical effect is limited to creating an official House record honoring one individual's recognition, which the Clerk will provide to her as a memento.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Sergeant Williams' record of service, integrity, and leadership with the Columbus Police Department.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives formally congratulate her on the WRBL News 3 recognition.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Sergeant Williams.
From the bill
“the members of this body congratulate Sergeant Katina Williams upon being named WRBL News 3's 2026 Remarkable Woman and express their utmost appreciation for having so purely and truly defined for others the meaning of public servant.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Vance Smith (R, HD-138)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
Topics
- law enforcement recognition
- Columbus Police Department
- commendation resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives