Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 409: Myles, Darren; recognize
Last action March 20, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Darren Myles, a longtime Atlanta high school football coach, for his contributions to Georgia's student athletes.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Darren Myles, who has coached at Atlanta high schools including Frederick Douglass, Alonzo Crim, and George Washington Carver for 18 seasons, and who was named 2024 Atlanta Falcons Coach of the Year. The resolution states the Senate's recognition of Myles' mentorship of students who went on to the NFL and other professional paths, and its appreciation for his character and community contributions. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Myles as a keepsake. It creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Darren Myles for his coaching career and community contributions.
- States the Senate's best wishes for his continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Darren Myles.
- Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations.
Who it affects
The resolution primarily concerns Darren Myles, an Atlanta-area high school football coach, and the Georgia Senate, which adopts and distributes the honorary document. It has no regulatory effect on the public.
Why it matters
This resolution is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It gives Darren Myles formal recognition from the state legislature for his coaching career, but it does not alter any law, create funding, or impose any requirement on Georgians.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Myles' 18 seasons coaching at Frederick Douglass, Alonzo Crim, and George Washington Carver high schools and his 2024 Atlanta Falcons Coach of the Year recognition.
- The resolved clause has the Senate recognize and commend Myles for his dedication to Georgia's athletes.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Myles.
From the bill
“Darren Myles 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 success of the athletes of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
- Harold Jones II (D, SD-22)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-41)
- Derek Mallow (D, SD-2)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-39)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-15)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-9)
- David Lucas (D, SD-26)
- Nabilah Parkes (D, SD-7)
Topics
- high school football
- Atlanta schools
- legislative honors
- youth sports