Senate Resolution 1027
By: Senators James of the 28th, Mangham of the 55th, Howard of the 35th, Davenport of the
17th, Harrell of the 40th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard has long been recognized by the
citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal
commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,
talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state as evidenced
dramatically by his superlative service with the Georgia House of Representatives; and
WHEREAS, Representative Gilliard was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, a community
he remained deeply devoted to; and
WHEREAS, throughout his life he has played a significant role in establishing numerous
programs and initiatives that strengthen and uplift his hometown; and
WHEREAS, he attended Morris Brown College, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he met Reverend
Hosea Williams, who became his lifelong mentor and a had a profound impact on his life;
and
WHEREAS, following college, Representative Gilliard returned to Savannah and founded
the positive rap group Candy Love, using music as a platform to combat violence in his
community and produce public service announcements; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his work with Candy Love, he wrote and produced gospel plays
and hosted several radio and television programs; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, Representative Gilliard was sworn in as a member of the Georgia
House of Representatives, representing District 162; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Representative Gilliard championed landmark legislation,
including the Blind Bill, protecting the rights of blind parents; House Bill 750, the Chatham
County Legislative Gang Prevention and Intervention Commission; and House Bill 479
which repealed Georgia's Citizens Arrest Law; and
WHEREAS, Representative Gilliard has served with honor and distinction with the Georgia
House of Representatives, and his vision and unyielding commitment to the citizens of the
State of Georgia will be sorely missed upon the occasion of his retirement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard for his efficient, effective,
unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of and extend the most sincere best wishes
for continued health and happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Representative
Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard.