SR926: SR926 Brinson, Gene and Dovie; honor

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Gene Brinson and Dovie Brinson, who married in 1945 in Indiana at age 17 and have remained married for more than 81 years. The resolution recounts their history, including Gene's World War II service, their six children, 15 grandchildren, and many great- and great-great-grandchildren, and their return to Georgia after retiring in Florida. The resolution formally states that the Senate honors and commends the couple on their 81st wedding anniversary and appreciates the example of lifelong love and faithfulness they represent. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the Brinsons to keep.

• Formally states that the Georgia Senate honors and commends Gene Brinson and Dovie Brinson for their 81st wedding anniversary.
• Recites biographical details about the couple, including their 1945 marriage, Gene's World War II service, and their large extended family.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Gene and Dovie Brinson.
• Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements; it is a ceremonial expression of appreciation.

This resolution directly names and honors Gene Brinson and Dovie Brinson, a Georgia couple, and references their children and grandchildren. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses.

The resolution has no practical impact on Georgia law or residents beyond the Brinson family; it is a formal, symbolic gesture from the Senate recognizing a personal milestone, similar to many other honorary resolutions passed each session.

• The resolved clause states the Senate 'honor[s] and commend[s]' Gene and Dovie Brinson on their 81st wedding anniversary.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the couple.
• The preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts the couple's marriage date, family history, and personal milestones as the basis for the honor.

1. 2026-03-09Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-03-06Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)Primary sponsor
• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
• Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
• John Albers (R, SD-056)

• honorary resolution
• Georgia Senate
• wedding anniversary