Georgia CommonsHR 2043: Blackburn, Bob; commend
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Bob Blackburn for his nearly 14 years of service as Coweta County District 3 Commissioner.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Bob Blackburn, who served nearly 14 years and four terms as Coweta County District 3 Commissioner. It recounts his contributions during a period of significant growth in Coweta County, including work on the Walt Sanders Road railroad crossing, the county's administrative building, stabilizing the county pension fund, and revitalizing the Madras Center. The resolution formally recognizes and commends Blackburn for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Blackburn. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or regulation; it is a ceremonial statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Bob Blackburn for his nearly 14 years of service as Coweta County District 3 Commissioner.
- Lists specific accomplishments during his tenure, including infrastructure projects and pension fund stabilization efforts.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Blackburn.
- Extends formal best wishes for his continued health and happiness.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Bob Blackburn, a former Coweta County District 3 Commissioner. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to him.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law that changes rights, funding, or regulations. Its practical effect is limited to an official record of recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives and a distributed copy for Blackburn, with no impact on other Georgians' daily lives.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause commends Bob Blackburn for his service to Coweta County and wishes him continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Blackburn.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Bob Blackburn for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to Coweta County”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Josh Bonner (R, HD-073)
- Lynn Smith (R, HD-070)
- David Jenkins (R, HD-136)
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
- Robert Dawson (D, HD-065)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Coweta County
- local government
- legislative honors