Georgia CommonsSR 562: McNeil, Chesley; recognize
Last action January 13, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution honors Chesley McNeil, a Cobb County broadcast meteorologist and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity member, for his community service and 2025 Omega Man of the Year recognition.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Chesley McNeil, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter in Cobb County, for being named the chapter's 2025 Omega Man of the Year. The resolution details McNeil's background, including his work mentoring students in Cobb County and Marietta City Schools, his role as an adjunct professor at Kennesaw State University, his leadership of a scholarship endowment fund, and his career as a certified broadcast meteorologist in Atlanta. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to McNeil as a formal token of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Chesley McNeil for his community service and leadership within Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
- States the Senate's best wishes for his continued work in broadcast meteorology and community service.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to McNeil.
- Does not create, change, or repeal any Georgia law, since it is a commendatory resolution rather than a bill.
Who it affects
This resolution primarily affects Chesley McNeil, who receives the formal recognition, and has no direct legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory weight and does not change any Georgia statute. Its significance is symbolic, providing formal public recognition of an individual's community service and career achievements.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe McNeil's roles in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, his mentoring work, his position at Kennesaw State University, and his career as a broadcast meteorologist.
- The first resolved clause states the Senate's recognition and commendation of McNeil.
- The second resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to McNeil.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Chelsey McNeil for his excellent, efficient, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Cobb County
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- broadcast meteorology