Senate Resolution 74
By: Senators Hickman of the 4th, Gooch of the 51st, Kennedy of the 18th, Goodman of the
8th and Watson of the 11th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending the interfaith organizations and volunteers involved in disaster
cleanup efforts; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia has faced numerous natural disasters that have caused
significant damage and hardship to its residents; and
WHEREAS, in times of crisis, communities come together to support one another,
demonstrating the strength and resilience of the human spirit; and
WHEREAS, interfaith and religious organizations and volunteers have played a crucial role
in disaster cleanup efforts, providing essential services, resources, and support to those
affected; and
WHEREAS, these interfaith efforts have fostered unity, understanding, and cooperation
among diverse religious communities, showcasing the power of collaboration and
compassion; and
WHEREAS, the dedication and hard work of these volunteers has significantly contributed
to the recovery and rebuilding of affected areas, helping to restore hope and normalcy to the
lives of many Georgians; and
WHEREAS, according to reports from local faith-based organizations, tens of thousands of
volunteers participated in disaster relief efforts in Georgia following Hurricane Helene,
contributing more than one million total volunteer hours, with teams working in some of the
most impacted areas to clear debris, repair homes, and provide direct assistance to many
thousands of affected residents; and
WHEREAS, many churches and faith organizations came to their fellow citizens' needs for
disaster relief; and
WHEREAS, volunteer labor from church members and faith-based organizations, who
traveled from as far away as South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Florida to help
Georgia homeowners in need, included efforts such as tending to damaged homes, removing
fallen trees, and cleaning up storm debris.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend the invaluable contributions of the interfaith organizations and
volunteers in disaster cleanup efforts as well as encourage continued support and
collaboration among all communities to strengthen our collective ability to respond to and
recover from future disasters.
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 the leaders of the
interfaith organizations involved in disaster cleanup efforts.