Georgia CommonsSR 187: Cosby, Troy; recognize
Last action February 18, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution honors Troy Cosby, a longtime Paulding County firefighter, on his retirement, recognizing his decades of fire and rescue service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Troy Cosby, who began as a volunteer firefighter at Hiram Station 2 in Paulding County in 1983 at age 17 and went on to earn numerous certifications and complete extensive training over his career, including EMT and hazmat technician credentials. The resolution formally commends Cosby for his fire service as he retires and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide him with an official copy of the resolution. It does not create any new programs, funding, or legal requirements; its only effect is the formal recognition itself.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Troy Cosby for his decades of fire and rescue service in Paulding County.
- Congratulates Cosby on his retirement and extends the Senate's best wishes for his health and happiness.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Cosby.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Troy Cosby, a retired Paulding County firefighter. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to him.
Why it matters
This resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic, providing official state recognition of one individual's long career in fire and rescue service before his retirement.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Cosby's fire service history, including his 1983 start as a volunteer and 1984 state certification in Paulding County.
- It lists his training and certifications, including EMT, GEMA Rescue Specialist, and NPQ Hazmat Technician credentials.
- The resolving clause formally commends Cosby and congratulates him on retirement.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Cosby for distribution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Troy Cosby for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated fire service”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
Topics
- firefighter recognition
- Paulding County
- Georgia Senate resolution
- retirement honors