Georgia CommonsSR657: SR657 Gas South; recognize
Last action February 2, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes Gas South, an Atlanta-based natural gas provider, for reaching its 20th anniversary and its record of community giving.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Gas South, a natural gas provider founded in Atlanta on January 5, 2006, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. The resolution recounts the company's growth from about 168,000 customers to nearly half a million across 17 states, its customer ratings, its employee count, and its charitable giving, including more than $26 million donated to youth in need. The Senate formally congratulates the company and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send Gas South a copy of the resolution as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and congratulates Gas South on its 20th anniversary as a natural gas provider based in Atlanta.
- Commends the company for its stated record on customer service, employee treatment, and community giving.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to Gas South.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Gas South, a natural gas provider with operations in Georgia, Florida, and Virginia. It has no legal effect on other businesses, customers, or state agencies.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a change to Georgia law, it has no direct effect on residents, businesses, or state programs. Its main practical effect is an official Senate record honoring a company operating in the state.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Gas South's founding in 2006, its growth to nearly half a million customers across 17 states, and its 4.7-star Google rating.
- The resolved clause has the Senate recognize and congratulate Gas South on its 20th anniversary and commend its community impact and employee care.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Gas South.
From the bill
“To Be A Fuel For Good”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
- Ed Setzler (R, SD-037)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Georgia Senate
- Gas South
- natural gas industry