Georgia CommonsSR 646: Alexander Sr., Mr. Fred; recognize
Last action February 2, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution recognizes Mr. Fred Alexander Sr. of Georgia for overcoming a long battle with cancer, honoring his life, family, and career.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Mr. Fred Alexander Sr. It recounts his more than 20 year fight against cancer, a disease that took the lives of several of his male relatives, and celebrates his faith, marriage, family, and retirement from careers in landscaping, electrical supply commercial driving, and mechanic work. The resolution does not change any law. It formally states that the Senate recognizes Mr. Alexander and wishes him continued health and happiness, and it directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Mr. Fred Alexander Sr. on behalf of the Georgia Senate for overcoming a more than 20 year battle with cancer.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to him for continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mr. Alexander.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
This resolution affects only Mr. Fred Alexander Sr., who is named and honored, and the Secretary of the Senate, who is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It has no effect on the general public or Georgia law.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is personal and symbolic, giving Mr. Alexander formal public recognition from the Georgia Senate for his health struggle and his life and career.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Mr. Alexander's cancer battle, his faith and church involvement, his family, his career, and his hobbies.
- The resolving clause has the Senate recognize Mr. Alexander and wish him continued health and happiness.
- A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to him.
From the bill
“Mr. Fred Alexander Sr. has defied extraordinary odds, courageously overcoming his more than 20-year long battle with cancer”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- personal recognition
- ceremonial legislation