Georgia CommonsSR 61: McInally, Dr. Robert Gordon Ross; recognize
Last action January 30, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally, a Rotary International leader from Scotland, for his humanitarian and charitable work.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally, who joined the Rotary Club of South Queensferry, Scotland in 1984 and later held leadership roles including President and Vice President of Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland. The resolution highlights his work partnering with Hope and Homes for Children to help Rwandan genocide orphans, his role as a patron of Trade-Aid, and his work as an ambassador for Bipolar UK. The Senate commends him for his service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide him a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally for his humanitarian and charitable work.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. McInally.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement by the Georgia Senate.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally. It also references organizations he works with, including Hope and Homes for Children, Trade-Aid, and Bipolar UK, though it imposes no obligations on them.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world effect is that the Georgia Senate will send Dr. McInally an official copy recognizing his humanitarian service.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Dr. McInally's Rotary leadership roles and his humanitarian work with Hope and Homes for Children, Trade-Aid, and Bipolar UK.
- The resolved clause formally commends him for his service and extends wishes for his continued health and happiness.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to him.
From the bill
“recognize and commend Dr. Robert Gordon Ross McInally for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service on behalf of those in need”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- ceremonial honor
- Rotary International
- humanitarian recognition