Georgia CommonsSR 804: Heyward, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva; recognize
Last action February 19, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors retired Lieutenant Colonel Geneva Heyward for her 27 years of service in the United States Army Signal Corps and continued community work.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia Senate recognizing Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva Heyward for her military career and community service. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial tribute. The resolution recounts Heyward's 27 years of service as a Communications Electronic Officer in the Army Signal Corps, tracing her path from her commissioning at Central State University in 1981 through assignments in Germany, Atlanta, and Georgia posts including Fort Gordon, Fort Gillem, and Fort Eisenhower, ending with her final assignment at 1st Army Headquarters. It also notes her awards and her continued volunteer work with the National Association of Black Military Women. The Senate directs its Secretary to provide Heyward with a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva Heyward for her 27-year military career in the Army Signal Corps.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Heyward.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva Heyward. It has no legal effect on any other group of Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter anyone's rights, obligations, or funding. Its practical effect is limited to formal recognition of Heyward's military service and a distributed copy of the resolution for her.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Heyward's military biography, including her commissioning in 1981 and assignments through 2000 and beyond.
- The resolving clause formally commends Heyward for her career and service.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Geneva Heyward for her exceptional career and dedicated service to her nation”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
Topics
- military service recognition
- veterans
- Georgia Senate resolutions
- Signal Corps