Georgia CommonsSR 1010: 52nd Strong Family Reunion; recognize
Last action March 25, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes the 52nd Strong Family Reunion, honoring the descendants of Haywood and Lula Strong who settled in Newton County in the early 1900s.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia Senate honors the Strong Family, whose reunion in Conyers, Georgia, on July 16 through 19, 2026 marks the 52nd gathering of the family. The resolution recounts that Haywood and Lula Strong settled in the Alma Community of Covington in Newton County in the early 1900s and raised 12 children, whose descendants now span eight generations of professionals, college graduates, military officers, and business owners. The Senate resolves to recognize the reunion and extend well wishes for future gatherings. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the Strong Family. The resolution has no regulatory effect and does not change any Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes the 52nd Strong Family Reunion taking place in Conyers, Georgia, from July 16 to July 19, 2026.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to the Strong Family for future reunions.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the Strong Family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns the Strong Family, descendants of Haywood and Lula Strong of Newton County, Georgia, who are honored by name. It has no legal or regulatory effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal force. It gives the Strong Family official recognition from the Georgia Senate for their multi-generational family tradition, but it does not create, change, or repeal any law or funding.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the Strong Family's history, including Haywood and Lula Strong's settlement in Newton County and their 12 children.
- The first resolving clause has the Senate recognize the 52nd Strong Family Reunion and wish the family well for future reunions.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to the Strong Family.
From the bill
“the descendants of Haywood and Lula gather every two years at reunions to honor their heritage and create new and lasting memories for the future”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
Topics
- family reunion
- Senate resolution
- Newton County
- ceremonial recognition