Georgia CommonsHR 2125: Glisson, Dorothy; commend
Last action April 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Dorothy Glisson of Screven County for her decades of public service and community leadership.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Dorothy Glisson. It lists her record of service, including her time as a Screven County commissioner from 1995 to 1998 and vice chair of the county's board of commissioners, her leadership in the Sylvania Rotary Club and Screven County Chamber of Commerce, and her roles on regional and hospital boards. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition of Glisson's contributions and honors, such as the City of Sylvania Above & Beyond Volunteer Award and being named Screven County Citizen of the Year. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally states the House of Representatives' recognition and commendation of Dorothy Glisson for her community service.
- Lists her past positions, including Screven County commissioner, Sylvania Rotary Club president, and board member of the Screven County Hospital Authority and Ogeechee Technical College.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dorothy Glisson.
- Extends the House's best wishes to Glisson for continued health and happiness.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Dorothy Glisson, a former Screven County commissioner and community leader. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for her.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it creates an official House record honoring Dorothy Glisson's decades of civic service to Screven County and gives her a keepsake copy of that recognition.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states the House recognizes and commends Dorothy Glisson for her years of service to her fellow citizens.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Glisson.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Dorothy Glisson for her many exceptional years of service on behalf of her fellow citizens”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jon Burns (R, HD-159)
Topics
- commemorative resolution
- Screven County
- civic recognition
- Georgia House of Representatives