SR 728: Peterson, Mr. Erik L. Peterson and Mrs. Karen K.; celebrate

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Mr. Erik L. Peterson and Mrs. Karen K. Peterson, who married in San Francisco in 1976 and moved to Georgia in 1980, on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary in 2026. The resolution describes their marriage, family, and community involvement, and formally congratulates them on behalf of the Senate. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the couple as a keepsake.

• Congratulates Mr. Erik L. Peterson and Mrs. Karen K. Peterson on their 50th wedding anniversary on behalf of the Georgia Senate.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the couple.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement only.

This resolution affects only Mr. Erik L. Peterson and Mrs. Karen K. Peterson, who are honored by name, and does not impose obligations or create rights for any other Georgians.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to providing the Peterson family with an official, published Senate document commemorating their anniversary.

• The resolution recites the couple's marriage date, location, and move to Georgia, along with family details.
• It formally resolves that the Senate congratulates the couple and wishes them continued health and happiness.
• It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to the couple.

1. 2026-02-10Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-02-09Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)Primary sponsor
• Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
• Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
• Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
• Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
• Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)

• Georgia Senate resolution
• wedding anniversary
• ceremonial recognition