Georgia CommonsSR 739: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day; recognize February 26, 2026
Last action February 10, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution designates February 26, 2026 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol, honoring local, state, and federal officers.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It recognizes February 26, 2026 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol, praising local, state, and federal law enforcement officers for their work protecting communities and enforcing the law. The resolution's whereas clauses describe officers as highly trained professionals who work to reduce crime, improve public safety, and build trust with the communities they serve. The operative part directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Georgia law enforcement officers. It does not create any new program, funding, or legal requirement.
What the bill does
- Formally designates February 26, 2026 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the Georgia state capitol.
- Commends law enforcement officers in Georgia for their service and for risking their lives in daily duties.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to law enforcement officers.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the Senate.
Who it affects
Local, state, and federal law enforcement officers serving in Georgia are the subject of this recognition. The Secretary of the Senate is tasked with distributing copies of the resolution to those officers.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians' daily lives, budgets, or rights. Its practical impact is limited to a ceremonial day of recognition at the capitol and printed copies of the resolution given to law enforcement agencies across the state.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses lay out reasons for honoring officers, including their role in crime control, community trust, and public safety.
- The resolved clause formally recognizes February 26, 2026 as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available for distribution to Georgia law enforcement officers.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize February 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol and commend law enforcement officers in Georgia for protecting our communities”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
- Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)
- Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
- Max Burns (R, SD-023)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Steve Gooch (R, SD-051)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
Topics
- law enforcement
- ceremonial resolution
- state capitol
- public safety