Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 459: McGuire, Edith Marie; honor
Last action March 27, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Edith Marie McGuire, an Atlanta-born Olympic sprinter and Tennessee State University Tigerbelle, for her athletic career and life achievements.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate recognizing Edith Marie McGuire, who was born in Atlanta in 1944 and grew up in the Rockdale Community. It recounts her athletic career, including her time as a Tennessee State University Tigerbelle under Coach Ed Temple, her wins at the 1963 Pan-American Games, and her gold and silver medals at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. The resolution also notes her later honors, including being named a Goodwill Ambassador to East Africa and receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, along with her induction into several sports halls of fame. It formally states that the Senate honors her achievements and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send her a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Georgia Senate honors and recognizes Edith Marie McGuire's athletic and life achievements.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Edith Marie McGuire.
- Recounts her Olympic medals, awards, and hall of fame inductions as the basis for the honor, without creating any new law, funding, or requirement.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Edith Marie McGuire, a former Olympic athlete now living in Fayette County. It does not impose duties on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing Senate staff to distribute a copy of the document to her.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a formal, symbolic tribute. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing McGuire's athletic accomplishments and providing her with an official copy of the Senate's recognition.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses detail McGuire's birth, education, athletic career, Olympic medals, and later honors and hall of fame inductions.
- The resolving clause states that the Senate honors and recognizes McGuire's achievements and extends best wishes for her health and happiness.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to McGuire.
From the bill
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor and recognize the achievements Edith Marie McGuire and extend sincere best wishes for her continues health and happiness.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-34)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-5)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-40)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
- Donzella James (D, SD-28)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- Olympic athletes
- Tennessee State University Tigerbelles
- Fayette County