Georgia CommonsSR896: SR896 Miller, Craig; condolences
Last action March 4, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors the late Craig Miller, a longtime Atlanta film producer, for his role in building the state's film and television industry.
In plain language
This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Craig Miller after his death. Miller, who grew up in Columbus, Georgia and graduated from the University of Georgia, founded Craig Miller Productions in Atlanta in 1985 and spent his career helping grow Georgia's film and television production industry. The resolution states that the Senate joins in honoring his life and memory and expresses regret at his passing. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Miller's family. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Craig Miller's life and his impact on Georgia's film industry.
- States that the Senate expresses its regret at his passing and honors his memory.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Miller's family.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Craig Miller's family, who will receive an official copy, and reflects on his impact on Georgia's film and television industry, including filmmakers, production crews, and local communities tied to that industry.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; its significance is symbolic, offering official state recognition of a private citizen's contributions to Georgia's film industry and providing a keepsake document for his family.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Craig Miller's background, his founding of Craig Miller Productions in Atlanta in 1985, and his role in growing Georgia's film industry.
- The first resolved clause has the Senate join in honoring Miller's life and expressing regret at his passing.
- The second resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Miller's family.
From the bill
“the State of Georgia mourns the passing of Craig Mille r, a respected leader,3 innovator, and advocate whose vision and dedication helped shape Georgia into one of the4 premier film and television production hubs in the nation”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
Topics
- film industry
- Georgia Senate resolution
- condolences
- economic development