SR805: SR805 Broadwell, Ernest "Ernie"; commend; Fayette County Day; recognize February 9, 2026

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate. It commends Ernest "Ernie" Broadwell for his long service to the Fayette County Democratic Committee (FCDC), which he has been part of since 1992 and chaired starting in 1996. The resolution recounts his roles as treasurer, zone leader, and committee chair, his work on local and presidential campaigns, and his 2008 Thomas Murphy Lifetime Achievement Award. The resolution formally recognizes February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Broadwell and the FCDC. The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements; it is a statement of recognition by the Senate.

• Commends Ernest "Ernie" Broadwell by name for his service to the Fayette County Democratic Committee since 1992.
• Formally designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee.
• Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable obligation; it is a ceremonial statement adopted by the Senate.

The resolution directly names Ernest "Ernie" Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee. It has no legal effect on the general public, state agencies, or any other Georgians.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. Its practical effect is limited to an official Senate recognition and a commemorative day, giving Broadwell and the Fayette County Democratic Committee formal acknowledgment from the state legislature.

• The resolution's preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts Broadwell's history with the FCDC since 1992 and his election as chair in 1996.
• The resolved clause commends Broadwell for his public service and designates February 9, 2026, as Fayette County Day at the Capitol.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to Broadwell and the FCDC.

1. 2026-02-19Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-02-18Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)Primary sponsor
• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)

• legislative commendation
• Fayette County
• Senate resolution
• civic recognition