Georgia CommonsSR 719: Hardrick, Catherine; recognize
Last action February 9, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Catherine Hardrick, a disabled Army veteran and Snellville city councilmember, for her military service and community leadership.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Catherine Hardrick, a disabled United States Army veteran who served more than five years as an administrative specialist, including deployment during Operation Just Cause in Panama. The resolution highlights her transition from military service, including her advocacy around military sexual trauma, into a more than 20 year career in finance, and her current work as a newly elected Snellville city councilmember and founder of Journey Within, LLC. The Senate directs its Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for Hardrick as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Senate recognizes and commends Catherine Hardrick for her military service, advocacy, and leadership.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Catherine Hardrick.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution names Catherine Hardrick, a disabled Army veteran, finance industry professional, Snellville city councilmember, and business founder. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a public, official statement honoring one individual's military service and community contributions, and it becomes part of the permanent legislative record.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses detail Hardrick's Army service, including Operation Just Cause in Panama and her advocacy on military sexual trauma.
- The resolved clause formally recognizes and commends her leadership and advocacy.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Hardrick for distribution.
From the bill
“Catherine "Cat" Hardrick is a disabled United States Army veteran whose life and leadership reflect extraordinary resilience, courage, and an unwavering commitment to service”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Catherine Hardrick for her leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to others”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
Topics
- veterans recognition
- Snellville city council
- military sexual trauma advocacy
- Georgia Senate resolutions