Georgia CommonsSR 571: Banks, Mr. Robert A.; recognize
Last action January 14, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Robert A. Banks of Cherokee County for decades of community service and civic leadership, with no changes to state law.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia Senate recognizing Robert A. Banks, a longtime resident of Cherokee County, for his years of service to his community and the state. It does not change any Georgia law or create any new program, funding, or requirement. The resolution recites Mr. Banks's contributions to civic, economic, and social life in Cherokee County, his mentorship of others, and his character and service. It formally resolves that the Senate commends him and wishes him continued health and success, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send him a copy of the resolution as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally states the Senate's recognition and commendation of Robert A. Banks for his community service in Cherokee County.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to Mr. Banks for continued health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mr. Banks.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial honor only.
Who it affects
This resolution affects only Robert A. Banks, the individual it honors, and has no direct legal or practical effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not change day-to-day life for anyone in Georgia; its only tangible effect is that the Senate formally recognizes Mr. Banks and provides him with an official copy of the honor.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Mr. Banks's decades of service to Cherokee County and his community, civic, and mentorship contributions.
- The resolving clause formally commends Mr. Banks and extends the Senate's well wishes.
- A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide Mr. Banks a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Mr. Robert A. Banks for his many contributions to Cherokee County and the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
Topics
- Cherokee County
- Georgia Senate resolution
- community service recognition