SR562: SR562 McNeil, Chesley; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Chesley McNeil, a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter in Cobb County who was named the chapter's 2025 Omega Man of the Year. The resolution lists his accomplishments, including mentoring students in Cobb County and Marietta City Schools, teaching as an adjunct professor at Kennesaw State University, chairing the board of a scholarship fund, and working as a certified broadcast meteorologist for an Atlanta television station. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states the Senate's recognition and commendation of McNeil and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Chesley McNeil for his community service and leadership in Cobb County.
• States the Senate's praise for his work with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter and its philanthropic fund.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to McNeil.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, as is typical for a commendatory resolution.

The resolution directly names and honors Chesley McNeil. It also references Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Chi Gamma Gamma Chapter, Kennesaw State University, Cobb County and Marietta City Schools, and Historic Mt. Zion Baptist Church, all connected to his described activities.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official statement from the Georgia Senate publicly acknowledging one individual's community, educational, and professional contributions in Cobb County.

• The whereas clauses describe McNeil's role in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, his 2025 Omega Man of the Year honor, and his mentoring and teaching work at Kennesaw State University.
• The resolved clause formally commends McNeil for his public service and wishes him continued success in broadcasting and community service.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to McNeil.

1. 2026-01-13Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-01-12Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)Primary sponsor

• legislative commendation
• Cobb County
• community service
• Kennesaw State University