Senate Resolution 896
By: Senators James of the 28th, Howard of the 35th, Merritt of the 9th, Mangham of the
55th, Jackson of the 41st and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Craig Miller's life, legacy, and lasting impact on the State of
Georgia's film industry; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the passing of Craig Miller, a respected leader,
innovator, and advocate whose vision and dedication helped shape Georgia into one of the
premier film and television production hubs in the nation; and
WHEREAS, raised in Columbus, Georgia, and a proud graduate of the University of
Georgia, Craig Miller developed an early passion for theater and founded Craig Miller
Productions in Atlanta in 1985; and
WHEREAS, he devoted his career to strengthening the state's creative economy and played
a pivotal role in advancing policies, partnerships, and infrastructure that expanded
opportunities for filmmakers, production crews, small businesses, and local communities
across Georgia; and
WHEREAS, through his work with industry stakeholders, public officials, and economic
development leaders, he championed initiatives that attracted major productions to Georgia,
generating thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity while elevating the
state's reputation on the global stage; and
WHEREAS, his leadership helped cultivate a thriving ecosystem for film, television, and
digital media production, supporting workforce development, fostering local talent, and
ensuring that Georgia's communities benefited directly from the growth of the entertainment
sector; and
WHEREAS, his contributions have left an indelible mark on Georgia's cultural and economic
landscape, and his efforts will continue to benefit generations of Georgians who work in and
are inspired by the film industry; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his exemplary career accomplishments, Craig Miller was
cherished by his loved ones as a loyal husband, devoted father of six wonderful children, and
doting grandfather of eight remarkable grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding life and service of this
remarkable Georgian be appropriately recognized and remembered.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
join in honoring the life and memory of Craig Miller and express their deepest and most
sincere regret at his passing.
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 family of Craig
Miller.