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Senate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

SR602: SR602 Herrell, Joann; recognize

Last action January 28, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted

A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Joann Herrell, a longtime Georgia real estate professional, for her decades-long career and community involvement.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Joann Herrell, a real estate professional who spent more than 50 years in the industry in Georgia and formerly owned Westberry Realty, a Century 21 franchise. The resolution recites her career accomplishments, her personal philosophy of never giving up, and her ties to her church and family. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Herrell so she can keep it as a formal record of the chamber's recognition.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Joann Herrell for her career in real estate and her personal character.
  • States the Senate's praise for her positivity, hard work, and her personal motto of never saying never.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Herrell.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Joann Herrell. It does not create obligations for the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a commemorative copy for her.

Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical effect is limited to giving Joann Herrell formal recognition from the Georgia Senate and a keepsake copy of the resolution.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Herrell's more than 50 year real estate career and her former ownership of Westberry Realty, a Century 21 franchise.
  • The resolved clause formally commends her for her positivity, hard work, and her philosophy of 'never say never.'
  • A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Herrell.

From the bill

never say never

Herrell's personal motto, which the Senate specifically commends her for embracing.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-01-28Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
  2. 2026-01-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

Sponsors

  • Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)Primary sponsor
  • Matt Brass (R, SD-006)

Topics

  • Senate resolution
  • honorary recognition
  • Georgia real estate
  • commendation

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