Georgia CommonsSR 92: County Marshals' Day; recognize March 11, 2025
Last action February 4, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution recognizes March 11, 2025 as County Marshals' Day at the Georgia state capitol, honoring the work of county marshals and deputy marshals across the state.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia Senate honors county marshals and their deputies for their role in law enforcement across the state. It notes that the office of marshal predates even the office of sheriff in Georgia, going back to before the state's independence, and that marshals continue to work alongside sheriffs and other law enforcement agencies today. The resolution formally commends county marshals, deputy marshals, and the organizations they lead for their contributions to public safety. It designates March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and the press. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Commends county marshals and deputy marshals across Georgia for their contributions to public safety in their communities.
- Designates March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
County marshals and their deputies throughout Georgia, along with the law enforcement organizations they lead, are the subjects of this honor. It does not impose duties or costs on any other group.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal force and changes no laws, but it gives formal public recognition to county marshals, a law enforcement role with deep historical roots in Georgia, highlighting their ongoing contributions to community safety.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble recounts that the office of marshal predates the office of sheriff in Georgia and traces its historic law enforcement role.
- The first resolving clause commends county and deputy marshals and the members of the organizations they lead.
- The second resolving clause sets March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
From the bill
“the office of marshal was established in Georgia before independence as the highest law enforcement officer of the colony, predating the establishment of the office of sheriff in Georgia”
“the members of this body recognize March 11, 2025, as County Marshals' Day at the state capitol”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
Topics
- county marshals
- law enforcement recognition
- Georgia Senate resolutions
- public safety