--- title: SR 971. Roach, Anna; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/sr971 cite_as: SR 971, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr971 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr971.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr971/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74176 date: 2026-03-19 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-09-13 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Roach, Anna; recognize ## Text Senate Resolution 971 By: Senators Halpern of the 39th, Albers of the 56th, Orrock of the 36th, Jackson of the 41st, Kemp of the 38th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Anna Roach; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Anna Roach has faithfully served as Executive Director of the Atlanta Regional Commission, demonstrating exceptional professionalism, integrity, and dedication to public service; and WHEREAS, the Atlanta Regional Commission serves as the official regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency for the 11-county metropolitan Atlanta region, providing leadership in transportation planning, community development, aging and health services, and regional cooperation; and WHEREAS, under Anna Roach's leadership, the Atlanta Regional Commission has strengthened collaboration among cities, counties, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private-sector partners to address the region's most pressing challenges; and WHEREAS, she has played a vital role in advancing comprehensive regional plans that promote smart growth, mobility, housing affordability, workforce development, environmental sustainability, and economic competitiveness; and WHEREAS, her commitment to data-driven decision-making and evidence-based policy has improved transparency, accountability, and long-term planning throughout the metropolitan Atlanta region; and WHEREAS, Anna Roach has championed inclusive public engagement and equitable development, ensuring that historically underserved communities are meaningfully represented in regional planning efforts; and WHEREAS, through her leadership, the Atlanta Regional Commission has expanded programs that enhance transportation access, support older adults, strengthen local government capacity, and improve overall quality of life for residents; and WHEREAS, Anna Roach has earned the respect and trust of elected officials, civic leaders, and community members through her collaborative approach and dedication to consensus-building; and WHEREAS, her vision and stewardship have helped position the Atlanta region as a national model for regional cooperation, innovation, and responsible governance; and WHEREAS, Anna Roach's commitment to excellence, public service, and regional progress continues to inspire colleagues, partners, and future leaders in metropolitan planning and administration. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Anna Roach and extend sincere best wishes for continued success. 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 Anna Roach. ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes and commends Anna Roach for her service as Executive Director of the Atlanta Regional Commission. ### Plain-language summary This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia Senate. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes Anna Roach for her work leading the Atlanta Regional Commission, the planning and coordination agency for the 11-county metropolitan Atlanta area. The resolution praises her leadership in areas such as transportation planning, housing affordability, workforce development, and regional cooperation among local governments and private partners. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Roach as a keepsake of the honor. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends Anna Roach for her service as Executive Director of the Atlanta Regional Commission. - States the Senate's praise for her leadership in regional planning, transportation, housing, and economic development efforts. - Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Anna Roach. - Extends the Senate's best wishes to Roach for continued success but creates no new legal requirements or funding. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names Anna Roach and the Atlanta Regional Commission, which coordinates planning across the 11-county metropolitan Atlanta region. It has no binding effect on other individuals, agencies, or the general public. ### Why it matters This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is limited to a formal record of recognition presented to Anna Roach. ### Key provisions - The whereas clauses describe Anna Roach's role leading the Atlanta Regional Commission and her work on transportation, housing, and regional cooperation. - The resolving clause formally states that the Senate recognizes and commends Anna Roach and wishes her continued success. - A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Roach. ## Status - Status: Passed (2026-03-19) - Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2026-03-19) - Sponsors: Sonya Halpern, John Albers, Nan Orrock, Kim Jackson, RaShaun Kemp, Sally Harrell, Josh McLaurin, Elena Parent - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74176 > The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr971.md?full=1