Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 990: Roberson, Dave; 2025 Awards of Honor recipient; commend
Last action April 4, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Sheriff Dave Roberson of Floyd County as a 2025 Awards of Honor recipient for his decades of law enforcement service and community volunteer work.
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In plain language
This House resolution honors Dave Roberson, the Sheriff of Floyd County, as a recipient of the 2025 Awards of Honor. It is a ceremonial measure rather than a change to any Georgia law. The resolution recounts his 30 years of service in law enforcement, his certifications through the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council, past awards he has received, and his volunteer work with numerous local organizations in the Rome, Georgia area. The resolution formally states that the House of Representatives recognizes Roberson for his dedication to the community and commends him as a 2025 Heart of the Community Awards Honor Recipient. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Roberson himself.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dave Roberson, Sheriff of Floyd County, as a 2025 Awards of Honor recipient.
- Recounts his career history, certifications, past awards, and volunteer service in the Rome, Georgia community.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Roberson.
- Carries no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations; it is a symbolic honor.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Dave Roberson, the Sheriff of Floyd County. It has no legal effect on any other Georgians, agencies, or businesses since it is a ceremonial commendation rather than a change to state law.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or residents beyond Roberson himself. It serves as a formal, public acknowledgment by the state legislature of his career and community service, which will be documented in the official record and given to him as a keepsake.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states the House of Representatives recognizes and commends Dave Roberson as the 2025 Heart of the Community Awards Honor Recipient.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Roberson.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize Dave Roberson for his outstanding dedication to the community, commend him as a recipient of the 2025 Heart of the Community Awards Honor Recipient, and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Katie Dempsey (R, HD-13)
- Eddie Lumsden (R, HD-12)
- Matt Barton (R, HD-5)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- law enforcement recognition
- Floyd County
- community service award