Georgia CommonsSR 965: Clemons, Chief Latosha; honor
Last action March 19, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Chief Latosha Clemons of Forest Park for her career in fire service and her recent role as interim city manager.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate recognizing Chief Latosha Clemons, who serves as the City of Forest Park's first African American woman Fire Chief. It recounts her more than 25 years in fire service, starting in 1996 with the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department, her degrees in emergency medical services, fire science, organizational leadership, and executive management, and her advanced training programs. The resolution also notes her involvement in professional organizations and her August 2025 appointment as interim City Manager of Forest Park. It does not change any Georgia law. The Senate resolves to honor and commend her, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her with a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and commends Chief Latosha Clemons for her career in fire service and public administration.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Chief Clemons.
- Creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Chief Latosha Clemons, Forest Park's Fire Chief and interim City Manager. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
This resolution carries no legal force and changes no Georgia law. Its practical effect is limited to the Senate's formal recognition of Chief Clemons and the ceremonial copy provided to her, marking a public acknowledgment of her career.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Chief Clemons' career history, education, professional affiliations, and her August 18, 2025 appointment as Interim City Manager of Forest Park.
- The resolving clause states the Senate honors and commends her for her leadership and service.
- A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to her.
From the bill
“Chief Latosha Clemons' legacy stands as a testament to trailblazing leadership, determination, and service-driven impact, inspiring future generations of public servants.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
Topics
- fire service
- Forest Park
- public administration
- honorary resolution