Georgia CommonsSR 670: McDowell, Cornelius "Tobey"; congratulate
Last action February 3, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally congratulates Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell, a Jackson, Georgia logging business owner, for being named the 2025 Georgia Logger of the Year.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a law that changes any rules or spending. It recognizes Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell, owner of C. McDowell Logging in Jackson, Georgia, who was named the 2025 Georgia Logger of the Year by the Georgia Forestry Association and the Southeastern Wood Producers Association. The resolution describes his work running a safety-focused logging business, his advocacy at the state Capitol on forestry industry issues, his community service through CrossOver Ministries, and his additional recognition as the Forest Resources Association's Southeastern Logger of the Year, a title that will let him compete for a national award in Auburn, Alabama in March 2026. The Senate directs its Secretary to give McDowell an official copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell for being named the 2025 Georgia Logger of the Year by two industry associations.
- States the Senate's best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to McDowell.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell, owner of C. McDowell Logging in Jackson, Georgia. It also references Georgia's broader logging industry, described as supporting over 1,200 businesses and about 5,400 jobs statewide.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a public statement of recognition. Its practical significance is limited to honoring one individual's award and highlighting the size and role of Georgia's logging industry.
Key provisions
- The preamble (WHEREAS clauses) recounts McDowell's award from the Georgia Forestry Association and Southeastern Wood Producers Association and his business, advocacy, and community service.
- The first resolving clause has the Senate congratulate McDowell and wish him continued success.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to McDowell.
From the bill
“more than 1,200 logging businesses support roughly 5,400 jobs, and loggers are a critical link in the forestry supply chain that connects landowners to mills, manufacturers, and the products Georgians use every day”
“the members of this body congratulate Cornelius "Tobey" McDowell upon being named the 2025 Georgia Logger of the Year and extend sincere best wishes for continued health, happiness, and success”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
- Lee Anderson (R, SD-024)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- forestry industry
- Logger of the Year award
- Jackson Georgia