Georgia CommonsHR 1785: Harbison, Senator Ed; outstanding public service; commend
Last action March 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends state Senator Ed Harbison for his years of public service and congratulates him on his retirement.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Senator Ed Harbison. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it recites his record of service in the Georgia State Senate and praises his leadership, integrity, and dedication to the state's citizens. The resolution formally commends Harbison for his service, congratulates him on his retirement, and wishes him continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Harbison as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his public service to the State of Georgia.
- Congratulates Harbison on his retirement from the Georgia State Senate.
- Extends the House's best wishes for his continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Harbison.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Senator Ed Harbison. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for him. It has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it has no direct impact on Georgians' daily lives. Its significance is ceremonial, marking the House's formal recognition of a longtime state senator's career as he retires.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Harbison's leadership, integrity, and years of service in the Georgia State Senate.
- The resolved clause formally commends Harbison and congratulates him on his retirement.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide him a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Senator Ed Harbison for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Vance Smith (R, HD-138)
- Carmen Rice (R, HD-139)
Topics
- legislative commendation
- state senator retirement
- Georgia General Assembly honors