Georgia CommonsHR 1718: Dobbs, Ryan; recent promotion to Deputy Chief of the Haralson County Fire Department; congratulate
Last action March 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates Ryan Dobbs on his promotion to Deputy Chief of the Haralson County Fire Department, recognizing his 16 years of service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it formally congratulates Ryan Dobbs on his recent promotion to Deputy Chief of the Haralson County Fire Department. The resolution recounts his career, noting he began as a volunteer firefighter in Haralson County in 2010 and has served for more than 16 years. It praises his integrity, dedication to public safety, and leadership. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the document for distribution to Deputy Chief Dobbs as a keepsake honoring the occasion.
What the bill does
- Congratulates Ryan Dobbs on his promotion to Deputy Chief of the Haralson County Fire Department.
- Commends his 16-plus years of service and his record of integrity, leadership, and dedication to public safety.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dobbs.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Ryan Dobbs, Deputy Chief of the Haralson County Fire Department, and reflects on the Haralson County community he serves. It has no legal effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. It serves as a public, official acknowledgment from the Georgia House of Representatives of one local firefighter's career and recent promotion.
Key provisions
- The resolution's WHEREAS clauses describe Dobbs' 16-plus years with the Haralson County Fire Department, starting as a volunteer in 2010.
- The resolved clause formally congratulates Dobbs on his promotion to Deputy Chief and commends his service.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to Dobbs.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend the care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication exhibited by Deputy Chief Ryan Dobbs in carrying out the difficult duties of his vocation”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)
Topics
- Haralson County
- fire department
- public safety
- legislative honors