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title: SR 1065. National Crime Victim's Rights Week; recognize April 19-25, 2026; the victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office; commend
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date: 2026-03-31
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bill_number: SR 1065
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: Senate
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-31
last_action: Senate Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Michael Rhett
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  - crime victims rights
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# SR 1065. National Crime Victim's Rights Week; recognize April 19-25, 2026; the victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office; commend

## Text

Senate Resolution 1065
By: Senator Rhett of the 33rd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing April 19–25, 2026, as National Crime Victim's Rights Week and commending
the victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office for their dedicated
service; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, National Crime Victims' Rights Week is observed annually to promote victims'
rights and honor those who serve them; and
WHEREAS, victim advocates provide critical support, compassion, and guidance to
survivors navigating the aftermath of crime; and
WHEREAS, the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office is served by an exceptional team
of advocates who work tirelessly to ensure victims are treated with dignity, respect, and care;
and
WHEREAS, Director of Victim Services Sirpa Vigdorov, along with advocates Meghan
Abstein, Stephanie Beatty, Chloe Chin, Erika Chukwura, Jazmine Guamine, and Bianca
Lopez, exemplify professionalism, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to justice; and
WHEREAS, these advocates help victims access resources, understand their rights, and find
a path toward healing; and
WHEREAS, their efforts strengthen public trust and enhance the fairness and effectiveness
of the justice system throughout Cobb County; and
WHEREAS, their dedication reflects the highest ideals of public service of community care.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize April 19–25, 2026, as National Crime Victim's Rights Week and commend the
victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office for their outstanding service
and commitment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body extend their sincere gratitude
to Sirpa Vigdorov, Meghan Abstein, Stephanie Beatty, Chloe Chin, Erika Chukwura,
Jazmine Guaman, and Bianca Lopez for their invaluable contributions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the
press.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes April 19-25, 2026 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week and commends victim advocates at the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office for their work supporting crime victims.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia Senate designates April 19-25, 2026 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week, an annual observance meant to highlight victims' rights and honor those who support them. It specifically praises the team of victim advocates working in the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office, naming Director of Victim Services Sirpa Vigdorov and advocates Meghan Abstein, Stephanie Beatty, Chloe Chin, Erika Chukwura, Jazmine Guaman, and Bianca Lopez for helping crime victims access resources, understand their legal rights, and recover from their experiences.
The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally thanks these named advocates for their service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

### What it does

- Designates April 19-25, 2026 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week in Georgia.
- Commends the victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office by name for their service to crime victims.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

### Who it affects

The resolution names and honors Director of Victim Services Sirpa Vigdorov and advocates Meghan Abstein, Stephanie Beatty, Chloe Chin, Erika Chukwura, Jazmine Guaman, and Bianca Lopez at the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office. It also touches crime victims in Cobb County who receive support from this office.

### Why it matters

This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a change to Georgia law. It publicly recognizes the work of a specific group of victim advocates and marks a national awareness week, which can raise visibility for victim services but does not alter funding, rights, or procedures.

### Key provisions

- The resolution recognizes April 19-25, 2026 as National Crime Victim's Rights Week.
- It commends the victim advocates of the Cobb County Solicitor General's Office for outstanding service.
- It names seven individuals and extends the Senate's gratitude to them specifically.
- It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the public and press.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-31)
- Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2026-03-31)
- Sponsors: Michael Rhett
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74519

> The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr1065.md?full=1