Georgia CommonsSR 1018: Daniels Jr., Mayor Jimmy; commend
Last action March 25, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally commends Jimmy Daniels Jr., Mayor of Oglethorpe, for his leadership, education work, and community mentorship programs.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Jimmy Daniels Jr., the current Mayor of the City of Oglethorpe in Macon County, for his public service and community work. The resolution recounts his education, his career as a middle school teacher and coach, and his creation of two youth-focused programs, the E.P.I.C. Mentorship Program and the G.E.N.T.S. Club. It also lists several awards he has received. The Senate resolves to commend him and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send him a copy of the resolution as a keepsake. It has no regulatory or funding effect.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Mayor Jimmy Daniels Jr. of Oglethorpe, Georgia for his leadership and community service.
- Recites his educational background, teaching and coaching career, and founding of two youth mentorship programs.
- Lists awards and honors he has received between 2019 and 2024.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mayor Daniels.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Mayor Jimmy Daniels Jr. and the City of Oglethorpe. It also references the Georgia Senate, which adopts the honor, and the Secretary of the Senate, who must distribute a copy to him.
Why it matters
This resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it does not change any law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is a formal, public expression of recognition from the state Senate for one local official's community work.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Mayor Daniels' biography, education, teaching career, and community programs as background (whereas clauses).
- The Senate resolves to commend him for leadership, youth development work, and service to Oglethorpe and Georgia.
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Mayor Daniels.
From the bill
“it's easier to raise young men than repair grown men,”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
- David Lucas (D, SD-026)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Oglethorpe Georgia
- youth mentorship
- local government recognition