Georgia CommonsSR 143: Clayton County Day; recognize February 6, 2025
Last action February 10, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes February 6, 2025, as Clayton County Day at the state capitol, commending Clayton County government and two local chambers of commerce.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It commends the Clayton County Government, the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, and the ATL Airport Chamber for their leadership in promoting business growth and community development in Clayton County. The resolution officially recognizes February 6, 2025, as Clayton County Day at the state capitol, a day when chamber members visit the legislature to meet with state leaders and discuss local priorities. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the three honored organizations. The resolution does not create any new laws, funding, or requirements.
What the bill does
- Commends the Clayton County Government, the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, and the ATL Airport Chamber for their leadership.
- Formally designates February 6, 2025, as Clayton County Day at the state capitol.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the honored organizations.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements, as is typical for a ceremonial resolution.
Who it affects
This resolution primarily affects the Clayton County Government, the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, and the ATL Airport Chamber, whose members are recognized and invited to visit the state capitol. It has no direct effect on the broader public or on Georgia law.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is symbolic: it gives Clayton County business and government leaders formal recognition and a day set aside to meet with state lawmakers and raise local priorities.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause commends the Clayton County Government, the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, and the ATL Airport Chamber for their leadership.
- The resolving clause designates February 6, 2025, as Clayton County Day at the state capitol.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the honored groups.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend the Clayton County Government, the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, and the ATL Airport Chamber on their distinguished leadership and recognize February 6, 2025, as Clayton County Day at the state capitol”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
Topics
- Clayton County
- chamber of commerce
- state capitol recognition day
- ceremonial resolution