Georgia CommonsSR 969: Mauney, Karon; honor
Last action March 19, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution honors Karon Mauney of Cartersville for her decades of public service, nonprofit leadership, and entrepreneurship in Bartow County.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate recognizing Karon Mauney, a Cartersville and Bartow County community member, for her career in public service and business. It details her roles with the Cartersville-Bartow County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bartow County Fire Department, Bartow County Government's Human Resources office, and the American Red Cross, as well as her founding of the Northwest Georgia Women's Expo and Christmas Village, Cartersville. The resolution does not change any law. It simply states the Senate's commendation of Mauney and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and commends Karon Mauney for her leadership and service to Cartersville and Bartow County.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mauney.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Karon Mauney. It also references the Cartersville-Bartow County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Bartow County Fire Department, Bartow County Government, and the American Red Cross as organizations tied to her career.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic recognition. Its practical effect is limited to an official record and a printed copy given to Mauney honoring her community contributions.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Mauney's work history, including her current role at the Cartersville-Bartow County Convention and Visitors Bureau since May 2018.
- It notes her service with the Bartow County Fire Department since June 2013 and earlier Bartow County Human Resources work from 2010 to 2013.
- It credits her as Founder and Owner of the Northwest Georgia Women's Expo since 2010 and Founder of Christmas Village, Cartersville since 2017.
- The resolving clause formally commends Mauney, and a further clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body honnor and commend Karon Mauney for her exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial achievements, and dedicated service to the citizens of Cartersville and Bartow County”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- Cartersville
- Bartow County
- community recognition