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title: SR 724. Fayette County Day; recognize February 9, 2026
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date: 2026-02-09
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bill_number: SR 724
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: Senate
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status_date: 2026-02-09
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sponsors:
  - Kenya Wicks
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  - Fayette County
  - legislative commendation
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# SR 724. Fayette County Day; recognize February 9, 2026

## Text

Senate Resolution 724
By: Senator Wicks of the 34th
A RESOLUTION
Commending Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell and recognizing February 9, 2026, as Fayette
County Day at the Capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the Fayette County Democratic Committee (FCDC) is an organization known
for its grassroots resilience, community building, and the tireless dedication of its members
who believe in creating a political home for Democrats in a rapidly changing Georgia; and
WHEREAS, under the guiding hand of Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell, the FCDC has grown into
a vibrant, diverse organization that advocates for progress in one of Georgia's most dynamic
counties; and
WHEREAS, Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell has served the FCDC since 1992, holding roles such
as treasurer, zone leader, and various committee chairs, as well as serving on the campaigns
of several notable local and presidential candidates; and
WHEREAS, in 1996, Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell was elected Chair of the Fayette County
Democratic Committee; and
WHEREAS, under his leadership, the FCDC transitioned from a small group of enthusiasts
into a structured political organization capable of sustained fundraising and effective
canvassing; and
WHEREAS, Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell's outstanding contributions have been honored at the
highest levels of the state party, as he was awarded the 2008 Thomas Murphy Lifetime
Achievement Award; and
WHEREAS, in 2012, the FCDC established the Ernie Broadwell Award ensuring his legacy
of inclusion, grassroots organizing, and civic participation will continue to influence future
generations; and
WHEREAS, today, the FCDC stands as a testament to this legacy, serving as a vibrant and
diverse organization that advocates for progress, civic engagement, and democratic values
in one of Georgia's most dynamic counties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
commend Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell for his unwavering dedication to public service and
recognize February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to Earnest "Ernie"
Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia Senate resolution commends Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell for his decades of political organizing in Fayette County and designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell for his long service to the Fayette County Democratic Committee, which he has been part of since 1992 and chaired starting in 1996. The resolution recounts his roles as treasurer, zone leader, and committee chair, his work on local and presidential campaigns, and his 2008 Thomas Murphy Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Senate formally commends Broadwell for his public service and designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee. The resolution creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements.

### What it does

- Commends Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell by name for his decades of service to the Fayette County Democratic Committee.
- Designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Georgia Capitol.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Broadwell and the committee.
- Creates no statutory changes, funding, or enforceable legal obligations.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names Earnest "Ernie" Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who must prepare copies of the resolution, but it does not impose duties on the public or other government agencies.

### Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is purely ceremonial: it publicly recognizes an individual's community and political organizing work and sets aside a symbolic day at the Capitol in his honor.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses recount Broadwell's history with the Fayette County Democratic Committee since 1992, including his election as chair in 1996.
- The resolved clause formally commends Broadwell and designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to Broadwell and the committee.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-02-09)
- Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2026-02-09)
- Sponsors: Kenya Wicks
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72980

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