Georgia CommonsSR 599: City of Austell; recognize
Last action January 28, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends the City of Austell for its history, economic role, and contributions to Georgia.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring the City of Austell, which was founded in 1885. The resolution describes Austell's history as a health resort known for its parks and oak trees, its role as a railroad station terminal located 18 miles west of Atlanta, and its civic values. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or requirement. It simply states the Senate's recognition and commendation of the city for its historical, economic, and cultural contributions to Georgia, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the public and the press.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Georgia Senate recognizes and commends the City of Austell for its contributions to the state.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press.
- Makes no changes to Georgia law, creates no funding, and imposes no new requirements on anyone.
Who it affects
The resolution names the City of Austell, its citizens, leaders, and employees. It has no binding legal effect on residents, businesses, or other governments; it is a symbolic honor from the state Senate.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences. Its practical effect is symbolic: it gives Austell official recognition from the Georgia Senate that can be publicized and shared with residents and the press.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause states the Senate recognizes and commends the City of Austell for its historical, economic, and cultural contributions to Georgia.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for public and press distribution.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) recounts Austell's 1885 founding, its history as a health resort, and its role as a railroad terminal 18 miles west of Atlanta.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend the City of Austell for its continued historical, economic, and cultural contributions to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- City of Austell
- legislative recognition
- Georgia Senate resolution
- local history