HR1089: HR1089 Dodson, Major Craig; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Major Craig Dodson for his 35 years of service with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department, describing his work in K-9 and Special Operations, the Patrol Division, and his promotion to Major in 2003, where he oversaw Patrol, the Criminal Investigation Division, Court Services, and Training. The resolution also notes his role as Director of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Management and his work on community safety programs like the Emergency Shelter Board, the CASA Board, and school safety initiatives. The House resolves to commend him and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Major Craig Dodson for 35 years of service with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department.
• Congratulates him on his career milestones, including his 2003 promotion to Major overseeing several divisions.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Major Dodson.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no effect on state law or funding.

The resolution directly names and honors Major Craig Dodson of the Carroll County Sheriff's Department. It has no legal effect on other individuals, agencies, or members of the public.

This resolution is a symbolic honor with no legal or financial effect on Georgians. It formally records the House's appreciation for one law enforcement officer's career but does not change any law, program, or funding in Georgia.

• The whereas clauses describe Major Dodson's 35-year career with the Carroll County Sheriff's Department, including K-9, Special Operations, and Patrol roles.
• The resolution notes his 2003 promotion to Major, where he oversaw Patrol, CID, Court Services, and Training.
• It cites his role as Director of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office of Emergency Management and his work on community safety boards and programs.
• The resolving clause commends Dodson and wishes him continued health, happiness, and success.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to him.

1. 2026-01-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-27House Hopper (House)

• Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)Primary sponsor

• law enforcement recognition
• Carroll County
• ceremonial resolution
• public safety