SR739: SR739 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day; recognize February 26, 2026

26 LC 129 1005 Senate Resolution 739 By: Senators Robertson of the 29th, Anavitarte of the 31st, Bearden of the 30th, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Dixon of the 45th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing February 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol1 and commending law enforcement officers in Georgia; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol exists to honor the local,3 state, and federal law enforcement officers for putting their lives on the line every day and4 to commend them for everything they do; and5 WHEREAS, law enforcement officers are highly trained professionals who work overtime6 to ensure the safety of our communities and whose duties primarily involve the enforcement7 of laws, protecting life and property, keeping the peace, and o ther public safety related8 duties; and9 WHEREAS, law enforcement agencies provide police services in the State of Georgia that10 are aimed at achieving more effective and efficient crime control, a reduced fear of crime,11 an improved quality of life, and an improved police legitimacy through a proactive reliance12 on community resources that seeks to minimize crime-causing conditions and ensures that13 all Georgia citizens are served in a professional, ethical, and equitable manner by14 establishing strong commitments with all segments of society ba sed on trust and positive,15 professional relationships; and16 S. R. 739 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1005 WHEREAS, law enforcement officers from local, state, and federa l agencies work17 cooperatively to enhance public safety for all Georgia citizens and visitors; and18 WHEREAS, law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day as they serve with19 honor, courage, dignity, and compassion for their fellow citizens.20 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body21 recognize February 26, 2026, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the state capitol and22 commend law enforcement officers in Georgia for protecting our communities and for23 putting their lives on the line every day.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed25 to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for dis tribution to Georgia law26 enforcement officers.27 S. R. 739 - 2 -