Georgia CommonsSR 895: Cruz, Veatra; recognize
Last action March 4, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Veatra Cruz, a Navy veteran, cosmetologist, and nonprofit founder, for her military service and community work.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Veatra Cruz, a U.S. Navy veteran who became a licensed cosmetologist and founded Veatra Beauty, as well as The Women Veterans Company, a nonprofit that supports Black women veterans and other underrepresented veteran groups transitioning to civilian life. The resolution lists her community contributions, including wellness workshops, educational programs, and volunteer outreach across Georgia. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the Senate's recognition of Cruz's service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Veatra Cruz for her Navy service, cosmetology career, and nonprofit leadership.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Veatra Cruz.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a purely honorary statement by the Senate.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Veatra Cruz. It also references the population served by her nonprofit, Black women veterans and other historically marginalized veteran communities, though it creates no legal obligations affecting them.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a formal statement of appreciation. Its significance is symbolic, publicly acknowledging Cruz's military service and community advocacy work in the official Senate record.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Cruz's Navy service, her cosmetology business Veatra Beauty, and her nonprofit The Women Veterans Company.
- The resolved clause states the Senate recognizes and commends her for her service and leadership.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Cruz.
From the bill
“Veatra Cruz is a United States Navy veteran, licensed cosmetologist, and community leader whose work exists at the powerful intersection of service, creativity, and advocacy”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
Topics
- veterans
- Georgia Senate resolution
- community recognition
- women veterans