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HR 331: Thompson, Bruce; recipient of the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce 2024 Chairman's Award; honor life and legacy

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House Resolution 331

By: Representative Gambill of the 15th

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and legacy of Bruce Thompson, recipient of the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce 2024 Chairman's Award; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Bruce Thompson was recently honored posthumously as the recipient of the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce 2024 Chairman's Award in recognition of his exemplary service to the State of Georgia, with his wife, Becky Thompson, accepting the award on his behalf; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated local businessman, Bruce Thompson played an integral role in Bartow County's economic growth and served as the 2012 Board Chair of the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce; and

WHEREAS, he continued his service to the community as a Georgia State Senator from 2014 to 2022, representing parts of Bartow and Cherokee counties as well as championing community values, safety, and economic development during his tenure; and

WHEREAS, in 2021, Bruce Thompson launched a successful campaign for Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Labor, where he advanced key initiatives such as Second Chance hiring and worked to position Georgia as the No. 1 state for business; and

WHEREAS, despite his statewide responsibilities, he remained deeply connected to Bartow County, often recognizing local leaders during his speeches and collaborating closely with the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce; and

WHEREAS, Bruce Thompson's profound contributions and enduring legacy of service to the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce, Bartow County, and the State of Georgia make him a well-deserved recipient of this prestigious award.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor the life and legacy of Bruce Thompson upon his posthumous receipt of the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce 2024 Chairman's Award; express their deepest commendation for his efficient, effective, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia; and extend sincere best wishes to his family for their continued strength and grace.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of Bruce Thompson.