SR865: SR865 Clark, Bryant; recognize
Last action February 26, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Bryant Clark, a longtime City of Smyrna Public Works and fire department employee, on the occasion of his retirement.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Bryant Clark for his 36 years of service with the City of Smyrna Public Works and four additional years with the Smyrna Fire Department. The resolution praises Clark's contributions to maintaining city infrastructure, public safety, and emergency response, and commends his character and community service as he retires. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Clark to keep.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Bryant Clark for his public service to the City of Smyrna and the State of Georgia.
- Congratulates Clark on his retirement after 36 years with Smyrna Public Works and four years with the Smyrna Fire Department.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Clark.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Bryant Clark, a retiring City of Smyrna Public Works and fire department employee. It does not create legal obligations affecting other Georgians or institutions beyond the Senate's own administrative action.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal effect on Georgia law, regulations, or funding. Its significance is symbolic: it formally records the Georgia Senate's appreciation for one individual's decades of local public service as he retires.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Bryant Clark's 36 years with the City of Smyrna Public Works and four years with the Smyrna Fire Department.
- The Senate resolves to recognize, commend, and congratulate Clark on his retirement and wish him continued health and happiness.
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Clark.
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Smyrna
- public works
- retirement recognition