SR577: SR577 Georgia Association of Broadcasters; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, described as the nation's first and oldest broadcast association, for its work representing local Georgia radio and television stations. The resolution states that the association's more than 400 member broadcasters help keep communities informed during natural disasters and severe weather, and that they support informed public discussion during election years. The Senate resolves to honor and commend the association, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the group. It creates no new requirements, funding, or penalties.

• Formally recognizes and commends the Georgia Association of Broadcasters on behalf of the Georgia Senate.
• States the Senate's praise for the role local radio and television broadcasters play during natural disasters and severe weather events.
• States the Senate's praise for broadcasters' role in keeping citizens informed during political election years.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the association.

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its more than 400 member radio and television stations across the state are the direct subject of this resolution. It does not impose obligations on any other group.

The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal effect. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements, but it publicly acknowledges the broadcast industry's role in emergency communication and civic engagement across the state.

• States that the Georgia Association of Broadcasters is the nation's first and oldest broadcast association, representing over 400 Georgia broadcasters.
• Cites the role of local broadcasters during natural disasters and severe weather in keeping communities informed and safe.
• Cites the role of broadcasters during election years in keeping citizens informed and engaged.
• Resolves that the Senate honors and commends the association for its work as trusted broadcasters.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to the association.

1. 2026-01-16Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-01-15Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)Primary sponsor
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
• Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
• Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
• Steve Gooch (R, SD-051)

• broadcasting
• commendation resolution
• Georgia Senate
• media
• emergency communication