Georgia CommonsSR 613: Hambrick, Gail B.; recognize
Last action January 28, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution recognizes Gail B. Hambrick, the Clayton County Commissioner for District 2, for her public service and community leadership.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Gail B. Hambrick, who serves as Clayton County Commissioner for District 2, for more than three decades of residency and public service in Clayton County, including areas of College Park, Forest Park, and Riverdale. The resolution recounts her work expanding neighborhood watch groups, strengthening emergency response to fires, flooding, and severe weather, and organizing community events such as the Back to School Bash, Hispanic Heritage Festival, and June Jam. It notes she received the Unsung Hero Award from the State Legislative Black Caucus. The Senate formally commends her and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Gail B. Hambrick for her service as Clayton County Commissioner for District 2.
- States the Senate's appreciation for her work on public safety, infrastructure, and community engagement in Clayton County.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Hambrick.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Gail B. Hambrick, the Clayton County Commissioner for District 2. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or other officials; it is a symbolic honor from the Georgia Senate.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory weight and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, a public acknowledgment by the state Senate of a local official's community service and leadership in Clayton County.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Hambrick's tenure as Clayton County Commissioner for District 2 and her community initiatives.
- The resolved clause formally commends her for her service and wishes her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Hambrick for distribution.
From the bill
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Gail B. Hambrick for her service as Clayton County Commissioner for District 2”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
Topics
- Clayton County
- local government
- ceremonial resolution
- community service