--- title: SR 479. Atlanta Postal Credit Union; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/sr479 cite_as: SR 479, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr479 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr479.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr479/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71719 date: 2025-03-28 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-08-28 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Atlanta Postal Credit Union; recognize ## Text 25 LC 112 3526 Senate Resolution 479 By: Senators Orrock of the 36th, Parent of the 44th, Jones II of the 22nd, Jackson of the 41st, Wicks of the 34th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Atlanta Postal Credit Union upon its 100th anniversary; and1 for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, this year, Atlanta Postal Credit Union (APCU) will celebrate the grand occasion3 of its 100th anniversary, representing a century of dedicated service to postal workers, their4 families, and the broader community; and5 WHEREAS, founded in 1925, APCU holds the distinction of being t he first credit union6 chartered in the State of Georgia, laying the foundation for a long-standing legacy of7 financial inclusion and empowerment; and8 WHEREAS, over the course of 100 years, APCU has grown from its modest beginnings into9 one of Georgia's most respected and impactful financial institutions, remaining committed10 to the credit union mission of People Helping People; and11 WHEREAS, APCU has consistently provided exceptional financial products and services,12 helping its members achieve financial goals, plan for their futures, and support their families13 across generations; and14 S. R. 479 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3526 WHEREAS, through its unwavering dedication to innovation, APCU has adapted to the15 changing needs of its members by embracing technological advancements while maintaining16 a strong tradition of personalized service; and17 WHEREAS, deeply rooted in community values, APCU has demonstrated outstanding civic18 leadership by supporting charitable causes, promoting financial literacy, and investing in the19 well-being of the communities it serves; and20 WHEREAS, this centennial milestone reflects APCU's lasting impa ct on the financial21 well-being of individuals and families throughout Georgia and b eyond as well as its22 continued role as a pillar of trust, service, and stability.23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body24 recognize and commend Atlanta Postal Credit Union upon its 100th anniversary and extend25 best wishes for continued success.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed27 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to Atlanta Postal28 Credit Union.29 S. R. 479 - 2 - ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Senate resolution honors Atlanta Postal Credit Union on its 100th anniversary, recognizing its history as Georgia's first chartered credit union and its service to members. ### Plain-language summary This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate marking the 100th anniversary of Atlanta Postal Credit Union (APCU). It recounts that APCU was founded in 1925 and was the first credit union chartered in Georgia, and it praises the organization for a century of serving postal workers, their families, and the broader community. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply has the Senate formally recognize and commend APCU for its history, growth, and community involvement, and it directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the credit union as a keepsake. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends Atlanta Postal Credit Union on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. - States factual background about APCU, including its 1925 founding and status as the first credit union chartered in Georgia. - Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Atlanta Postal Credit Union. - Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement of the Senate's views. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names Atlanta Postal Credit Union, its members, and postal workers it has historically served. It has no legal effect on other individuals, businesses, or government agencies in Georgia. ### Why it matters The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence; it does not alter banking rules, credit union regulation, or state funding. Its practical effect is symbolic, giving APCU official recognition from the Georgia Senate for its 100-year history of service. ### Key provisions - The resolution's whereas clauses describe APCU's 1925 founding and its status as the first credit union chartered in Georgia. - The resolved clause has the Senate recognize and commend APCU on its 100th anniversary and wish it continued success. - A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to APCU. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-03-28) - Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2025-03-28) - Sponsors: Nan Orrock, Elena Parent, Harold Jones, Kim Jackson, Kenya Wicks, Sally Harrell, Michael Rhett, Jason Esteves, John Albers, RaShaun Kemp - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71719 > The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr479.md?full=1