Georgia CommonsSR 865: Clark, Bryant; recognize
Last action February 26, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Bryant Clark, a longtime City of Smyrna Public Works employee and volunteer firefighter, on his retirement.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate, not a law that changes any statute. It honors Bryant Clark, who worked for the City of Smyrna Public Works for 36 years and also served four years with the Smyrna Fire Department, for his service to the community as he retires. The resolution recites his years of service, praises his character and contributions to Smyrna's infrastructure and public safety, and formally congratulates him on retiring. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Clark, so he receives an official record of the chamber's recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Bryant Clark for his 36 years of service with the City of Smyrna Public Works.
- Commends his additional four years of service with the Smyrna Fire Department.
- Congratulates Clark on his retirement and expresses wishes for his continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Clark.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Bryant Clark. It also involves the Georgia Senate, which adopts the resolution, and the Secretary of the Senate, who is directed to produce a copy for him.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it gives Bryant Clark and the Smyrna community formal, public recognition from the state Senate for his decades of public service upon his retirement.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Clark's 36 years with City of Smyrna Public Works and four years with the Smyrna Fire Department.
- The resolved clause formally commends Clark and congratulates him on his retirement.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Clark.
From the bill
“Bryant Clark has served with honor and distinction, and his vision and unyielding commitment to the citizens of Smyrna will be sorely missed upon the occasion of his retirement”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- City of Smyrna
- public works
- retirement recognition
- Smyrna Fire Department