Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 542: Hembree, Bill; recognize
Last action April 4, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Bill Hembree, a former state representative and Douglas County insurance agency founder, for his public service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate honoring Bill Hembree. It recounts his career, including founding Bill Hembree Insurance Agency in 2000 with offices in Douglasville, Marietta, and Kennesaw, and his service in the Georgia House of Representatives from 1992 to 2012. It also notes that a bridge over the Dog River in Douglas County was named for him in 2022 and that he authored a book called 16 Hours in Heaven, published the same year. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the Senate's recognition of Hembree's public service and community contributions, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Bill Hembree for his public service to the State of Georgia.
- Recounts his founding of Bill Hembree Insurance Agency in 2000 and his service in the Georgia House of Representatives from 1992 to 2012.
- Notes the 2022 dedication of the Dog River bridge in Douglas County in his name.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Bill Hembree.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Bill Hembree, a former Georgia House member and insurance agency founder. It has no regulatory or legal effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It creates an official Senate record praising Hembree's career and community contributions but does not alter any law, funding, or program affecting the public.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Hembree's biography, including his 1992-2012 tenure in the Georgia House of Representatives and his insurance business founded in 2000.
- The resolved clause formally commends Hembree for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Hembree.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Bill Hembree for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-30)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-31)
Topics
- legislative honor
- Bill Hembree
- Douglas County
- Georgia Senate resolution