Senate Resolution 819
By: Senators Hickman of the 4th, Payne of the 54th, Hatchett of the 50th, Strickland of the
42nd, Tillery of the 19th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Heather Rogers; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Heather Rogers has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the
vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare
of the citizens of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,
talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced
dramatically by her superlative service as the sole victim advocate in the Office of the
Solicitor-General in Bulloch County, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Heather's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience
and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state
have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and associates; and
WHEREAS, as a victim advocate, Heather has consistently demonstrated the highest
standard of compassion, patience, and professionalism, providing emotional support and
legal guidance to clients during times of profound grief; and
WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high
ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and she possesses the vast wisdom
which only comes through experience and the strength of character which is achieved
through overcoming the many challenges of life; and
WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for
integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Heather Rogers for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated
public service to the State of Georgia and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued
health and happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Heather Rogers.