SR822: SR822 Smith, Dr. Anthony W.; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate recognizing Dr. Anthony W. Smith, who serves as Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, one of the largest school districts in Georgia. The resolution lists his accomplishments, including helping re-establish the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, which has raised money for student scholarships and employee programs, and his civic involvement in local organizations. The resolution formally commends Smith and wishes him continued health and success. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a statement of recognition adopted by the Senate.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Anthony W. Smith for his leadership as Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Smith.
• Extends the Senate's best wishes for Smith's continued health, happiness, and success.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement by the Georgia Senate.

The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Anthony W. Smith and references Clayton County Public Schools, the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, and several civic organizations he participates in, but it does not impose any obligations on other Georgians or institutions.

The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a formal, symbolic honor from the Georgia Senate recognizing one individual's public service, primarily meaningful to Dr. Smith, his community, and Clayton County Public Schools.

• The whereas clauses describe Dr. Smith's role as Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, the sixth largest school system in Georgia.
• The resolution cites his work re-establishing the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, which funds scholarships and employee initiatives.
• It lists awards he has received, including a 2015 award from the Association of Christian Ministers of Clayton County and being named 2025-2026 Superintendent to Watch.
• The resolving clause formally commends Smith and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide him a copy of the resolution.

1. 2026-02-20Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-02-19Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)Primary sponsor
• Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
• Elena Parent (D, SD-044)

• education leadership
• Clayton County Public Schools
• legislative honors
• school superintendents