Georgia CommonsSR874: SR874 Johnson, Rita Celeste; recognize
Last action February 26, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Rita Celeste Johnson, a former Spaulding County commissioner and Griffin businesswoman, for her public service and community leadership.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Rita Celeste Johnson. It recounts her background, from her childhood in Bardstown, Kentucky and college athletic career to her work at State Farm Insurance, her move to Griffin, Georgia to run her own insurance business, and her election to the Spaulding County Board of Commissioners in 2013. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the Senate recognizes and commends her for her service as a former Spaulding County commissioner and for her continued work as a businesswoman and community advocate. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Senate recognizes and commends Rita Celeste Johnson for her service as a former Spaulding County commissioner.
- Commends her for her continued leadership as a businesswoman and community advocate in Griffin, Georgia.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Johnson.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Rita Celeste Johnson. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing Senate staff to prepare a ceremonial copy for her.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law or residents beyond formally honoring one individual's career and community contributions. It matters mainly as a public, official statement of appreciation from the state Senate.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause recognizes and commends Rita Celeste Johnson for her distinguished service as a former Spaulding County Commissioner and as a businesswoman and community advocate.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make an appropriate copy of the resolution available for distribution to Johnson.
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- Spaulding County
- Griffin Georgia
- commendation
- local government leaders