Georgia CommonsSR 583: Bustamante, Zaida; recognize
Last action January 27, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Zaida Bustamante, a Kennesaw State University graduate, for her achievements in construction management education and leadership.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Zaida Bustamante, a first-generation college graduate and nontraditional student who earned a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Kennesaw State University's College of Architecture and Construction Management while working full-time and raising three children. The resolution highlights her leadership roles, including serving as President of the Associated General Contractors Student Chapter and Treasurer of Kennesaw Women in Construction, and her continued involvement with organizations supporting women in the construction industry. The Senate directs its Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Bustamante as a keepsake of the recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally commends and recognizes Zaida Bustamante on behalf of the Georgia Senate for her personal and professional achievements.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Bustamante.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Zaida Bustamante. It references Kennesaw State University, the Associated General Contractors Student Chapter, and Kennesaw Women in Construction, but imposes no obligations on any of them beyond the Senate's own administrative distribution of the document.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic, providing public recognition and a formal record honoring one individual's educational and professional accomplishments in the construction industry.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Bustamante's background as a first-generation, nontraditional student who worked and raised three children while completing her degree.
- The whereas clauses note her degree in Construction Management from Kennesaw State University and her leadership roles in student and professional organizations.
- The resolved clause states the Senate's commendation and best wishes for her future.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Bustamante.
From the bill
“Zaida Bustamante has established a glowing reputation of renown throughout Georgia for her dedication, perseverance, discipline, and strong commitment to family and personal advancement”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- Kennesaw State University
- construction industry
- women in construction