Senate Resolution 441
By: Senators Halpern of the 39th, Jones II of the 22nd, Jackson of the 41st, Mallow of the
2nd, Orrock of the 36th and others
A RESOLUTION
Urging action to attract displaced federal workers to Georgia and to encourage federal
investment in the state; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been headquartered
in Atlanta since 1946, contributing to Georgia's role as a hub for public health and federal
operations; and
WHEREAS, the presence of the CDC, along with various other federal offices in Georgia,
has led to a highly skilled federal workforce within the state; and
WHEREAS, shifts in federal employment policies have resulted in changes to workforce
distribution and agency operations across the country; and
WHEREAS, some federal agencies are exploring opportunities to relocate or establish offices
in different regions; and
WHEREAS, Atlanta, as the capital of Georgia and a major economic and cultural center of
the South, is well-positioned to serve as a strategic location for federal investment and
workforce expansion; and
WHEREAS, Georgia seeks to strengthen its role as a national leader in innovation, economic
development, and workforce growth; and
WHEREAS, attracting skilled federal employees to Georgia would benefit the state's
workforce and economy while providing new opportunities for those affected by federal
employment changes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
urge all state departments, agencies, boards, and other instrumentalities to explore strategies
to attract displaced federal employees to Georgia's workforce.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage legislative action
to support and incentivize employment opportunities for displaced federal workers in both
public and private sectors within the state.
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 Governor, heads
of state departments and agencies, and the public.