SR573: SR573 Flat Creek Baptist Church; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Flat Creek Baptist Church, which was organized on August 31, 1826 by Pastor James Head, on the occasion of its 200th anniversary. The resolution commends the church's history of service to its community and its congregation's commitment to charitable and humanitarian work. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the church, so the document serves mainly as a formal honor rather than a policy change.

• Formally recognizes Flat Creek Baptist Church on the occasion of its 200th anniversary.
• Commends the church's 200 years of service to the Lord and its community.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the church.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute, since it is a commemorative resolution rather than a bill.

The resolution directly affects Flat Creek Baptist Church and its congregation, who receive the formal recognition, and the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with preparing a copy for the church.

The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is limited to the church receiving formal recognition from the state Senate for its 200-year history and community service.

• The resolution states the church was organized on August 31, 1826 by Pastor James Head.
• The resolving clause has the Senate recognize the church's history and commend its 200 years of service.
• A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to the church.

1. 2026-01-15Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-01-14Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)Primary sponsor
• Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
• Max Burns (R, SD-023)
• Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
• Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
• Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
• Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
• Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)

• ceremonial resolution
• church anniversary
• Georgia Senate honors