Georgia CommonsSR 794: Douglas County Day; recognize February 24, 2026
Last action February 18, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes February 24, 2026, as Douglas County Day at the state capitol, honoring the county's history and growth.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia Senate. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally designates February 24, 2026, as Douglas County Day at the state capitol, recognizing the county's founding in 1870, its history involving Creek and Cherokee peoples, its growth as one of the fastest-growing counties in the country, and local landmarks like Sweetwater Creek State Park. The resolution also directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and the press. It carries no funding, penalties, or ongoing legal effect; it is a symbolic statement by the Senate honoring Douglas County's residents and history.
What the bill does
- Formally designates February 24, 2026, as Douglas County Day at the Georgia state capitol.
- Recites historical facts about Douglas County, including its 1870 creation and namesake Stephen A. Douglas.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement; it is purely a symbolic recognition.
Who it affects
This resolution primarily affects the residents and government of Douglas County, Georgia, who are honored by the recognition, and Senate staff who must prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it simply gives Douglas County a day of official recognition at the capitol, which can be used for local pride, publicity, or ceremonial events tied to the county's history and community.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause recognizes February 24, 2026, as Douglas County Day at the state capitol.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and press.
- The whereas clauses provide historical background but are not operative law, including the county's 1870 founding and its naming after Stephen A. Douglas.
From the bill
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize February 24, 2026, as Douglas County Day at the state capitol.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
Topics
- Douglas County
- state capitol recognition
- Georgia Senate resolution
- county history