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Senate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

SR 944: Dyer, Dr. Ryan; commend

Last action March 12, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted

A Georgia Senate resolution commends Dr. Ryan Dyer of North Paulding High School for his work as athletic director, basketball coach, and youth sports leader in Paulding County.

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In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to any law. It recognizes Dr. Ryan Dyer, who works at North Paulding High School, for being named Athletic Director of the Year for the 2024-2025 season and for his eleven years of service to the school, including eight years as head men's basketball coach. The resolution lists his professional achievements, such as a 20-8 season record in 2018-2019, his role in creating Paulding County's first youth basketball league serving over 600 young athletes, and his advanced degrees. The Senate directs its Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for Dr. Dyer, formally honoring him on behalf of the chamber.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends and recognizes Dr. Ryan Dyer for his achievements in athletics and education in Paulding County.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Dr. Dyer.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor with no binding legal effect.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Dr. Ryan Dyer of North Paulding High School. It has no regulatory effect on any broader group of Georgians, school districts, or state agencies.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a public statement of recognition. Its significance is symbolic, marking Dr. Dyer's contributions to youth sports and education in Paulding County in the Senate's official record.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses detail Dr. Dyer's career, including 11 years at North Paulding High School and his role in founding Paulding County's first youth basketball league.
  • The resolving clause formally commends Dr. Dyer for his leadership and contributions to athletics and education.
  • The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Dr. Dyer.

From the bill

“the members of this body commend and recognize Dr. Ryan Dyer for his outstanding leadership, dedication to student achievement, blue-collar mentality, and lasting contributions to athletics and education”

This is the Senate's formal statement of recognition for Dr. Dyer.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-12Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
  2. 2026-03-10Senate Hopper (Senate)

Sponsors

  • Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)Primary sponsor
  • Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
  • Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
  • Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
  • Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
  • Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
  • Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
  • Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
  • Steven McNeel (R, SD-018)
  • Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
  • Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
  • Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
  • Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
  • Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)

Topics

  • Senate resolution
  • commendation
  • North Paulding High School
  • Paulding County athletics

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