SR571: SR571 Banks, Mr. Robert A.; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Robert A. Banks, a longtime resident of Cherokee County, for his contributions to civic, economic, and social life in the community over many decades. The resolution formally commends Banks for his service, mentorship, and character, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It does not create any new rule, program, or funding; its only effect is the formal recognition itself.

• Formally recognizes and commends Robert A. Banks for his contributions to Cherokee County and the State of Georgia.
• Extends the Senate's best wishes to Banks for continued health, happiness, and success.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Banks.

The resolution directly names and honors Robert A. Banks. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with producing a copy of the resolution for him, and reflects on Cherokee County, Georgia, where Banks has lived and served for decades.

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives Banks and his community formal public recognition from the Georgia Senate, but it does not change any law, create funding, or impose any requirement on anyone.

• The whereas clauses describe Banks' decades of residence in Cherokee County and his civic, charitable, and mentoring contributions.
• The first resolving clause formally commends Banks and offers him well wishes on behalf of the Senate.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Banks.

1. 2026-01-14Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-01-13Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)Primary sponsor
• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
• John Albers (R, SD-056)

• community recognition
• Cherokee County
• Georgia Senate resolution