House Resolution 56
By: Representatives Petrea of the 166th and Stephens of the 164th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing January 28, 2025, as Bryan Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, presented by the Bryan County Chamber of Commerce and the Development
Authority of Bryan County, Bryan Day represents an opportunity to celebrate the rich history
and remarkable contributions of Bryan County, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, created on December 19, 1793, and named after American Revolutionary War
partisan Jonathan Bryan, Bryan County is located less than 30 minutes from Savannah-Hilton
Head International Airport and the Port of Savannah; and
WHEREAS, Bryan County is unique in that one-third of the community is occupied by Fort
Stewart, the largest army installation east of the Mississippi River and home of the 3rd
Infantry Division; and
WHEREAS, the City of Pembroke serves as the county seat and offers residents a rural
setting in the northern portion of the county, while the City of Richmond Hill covers the
southern end of the county and rests on the Georgia coast; and
WHEREAS, Bryan County was named the fastest-growing county in Georgia following the
last census, experiencing a population increase of 48 percent between 2010 and 2020; and
WHEREAS, the county's rapid population growth is largely attributed to its top-performing
public school system, which attracts and supports families seeking high-quality education for
their children; and
WHEREAS, the Bryan County Chamber of Commerce serves as a recognized leader in
promoting business, economic and community development, and public policies that balance
economic prosperity with quality of life; and
WHEREAS, with its thriving communities, rich history, and outstanding growth, Bryan
County exemplifies the values of the State of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize January 28, 2025, as Bryan Day at the state capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.