Georgia CommonsSR 973: Harrell, Chairwoman Carlotta; honor
Last action March 19, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Carlotta Harrell, Chairwoman of the Henry County Board of Commissioners, for her career in public service and county leadership.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell of the Henry County Board of Commissioners for her career in law enforcement, community and economic development, and county government. The resolution recounts her background, education, and professional history, including her work with the Henry County Water Authority, the Georgia Conference of African American Mayors, and her own consulting firm. It also credits her with county achievements during her time as Chairwoman, such as passage of a transportation sales tax measure and creation of a public safety crime center. The Senate directs that a copy of the resolution be given to Harrell as a formal honor.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and commends Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell for her public service and leadership in Henry County.
- Recites her biography, education, and professional history in law enforcement and economic development as part of the record.
- Credits her tenure as Chairwoman with county-level achievements like a transportation sales tax measure and a crime center.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Harrell.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change since it is a ceremonial recognition.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, though it references Henry County government, the Henry County Water Authority, and the Atlanta Regional Commission in describing her work.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or residents beyond formally recognizing one official's career. It matters mainly as a public record of appreciation from the Senate rather than as a policy change.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states the Senate honors and commends Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell for her leadership and career.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Harrell for distribution.
- The whereas clauses provide background on her education, career, and county accomplishments but carry no legal force.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and commend Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell for her outstanding leadership, distinguished career, and transformative impact on Henry County and the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
Topics
- Henry County government
- legislative honors
- Georgia Senate resolutions