Georgia CommonsSR 854: Pippin, Kay; recognize
Last action February 26, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes and commends Kay Pippin, former mayor of Jackson, for her decades of public service in Butts and Henry counties.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Kay Pippin, who in 2013 became the first woman to seek the mayor's office in the city of Jackson's 200 year history, for a range of accomplishments during her tenure, including new water and sewer infrastructure, street paving, a hiking and biking trail, blight removal, and securing the city's first state and federal grants. The resolution also recounts her earlier career, including nine years on the Butts County Board of Education, decades as a lobbyist and government relations official for the Georgia Association of Educators, and her later role leading the Henry County Chamber of Commerce. The Senate directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Pippin as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Kay Pippin for her public service to the City of Jackson, Henry County, Butts County, and Georgia.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Kay Pippin.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement by the Senate.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Kay Pippin, the honoree, and references the City of Jackson, Henry County, Butts County, the Georgia Association of Educators, and the Henry County Chamber of Commerce as places and organizations tied to her career.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a public expression of appreciation. Its main real-world consequence is a formal record of recognition and a keepsake copy delivered to Pippin.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Pippin's tenure as Jackson's first female mayoral candidate and her infrastructure, budget, and service accomplishments in office.
- The resolved clause has the Senate formally recognize and commend Pippin for her service to Jackson, Henry County, Butts County, and Georgia.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Pippin.
From the bill
“in 2013, Kay Pippin was the first woman to seek the mayor's seat in the 200 year history of the city of Jackson, Georgia”
“she also secured green spaces for pocket parks and planted multiple trees, ensured employees received annual salary increases and improved benefits each year the mayor was in office”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Max Burns (R, SD-023)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Steven McNeel (R, SD-018)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Lee Anderson (R, SD-024)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- civic recognition
- Jackson Georgia
- local government leaders