SR 836: Georgia Airports Association Day; recognize February 25, 2026
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Senate Resolution 836
By: Senators Walker III of the 20th, Summers of the 13th, Echols of the 49th, Tillery of the 19th and Dolezal of the 27th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 25, 2026, as Georgia Airports Association Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, there are 95 general aviation airports in the State of Georgia that are essential to the state's transportation and economic infrastructure, supporting diversified industries such as technology, manufacturing, distribution, tourism, and agriculture; and
WHEREAS, these businesses utilize Georgia's airports to transport employees, customers, vendors, and goods, which spurs economic development; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia Statewide Aviation System is also home to an additional eight airports that provide for commercial or regularly scheduled airline service, resulting in a grand total of 103 publicly owned airports; and
WHEREAS, these airports provide the state with a combined $73.7 billion in annual economic activity as well as with more than 450,000 jobs, representing $20.2 billion in payroll; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1990, the Georgia Airports Association is dedicated to the development, growth, and empowerment of airports in the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, this remarkable organization provides its members with access to valuable educational and training materials, networking and communication support, and breaking industry news and updates; and
WHEREAS, by providing these vital resources, the Georgia Airports Association enables its member airports to make optimal use of their often-limited time and assets, further supporting the state's economic growth; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the Georgia Airports Association be appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize February 25, 2026, as Georgia Airports Association Day at the state capitol. 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 the Georgia Airports Association.