SR983: SR983 Harbison, Senator Ed; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes any law. It recognizes Senator Ed Harbison, who has represented Macon, Marion, Talbot, Taylor, and Schley counties along with parts of Chattahoochee and Muscogee counties since first being elected in 1992. The resolution recounts his committee leadership roles, his Marine Corps service and Purple Heart, and legislation he sponsored creating Georgia's Purple Heart State designation, a veterans court, and the Military Hall of Fame. It also lists honors he has received. The Senate resolves to commend him for his service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Senator Ed Harbison for his service in the Georgia Senate.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Senator Harbison.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, since it is a commendatory resolution rather than a bill.

The resolution directly names Senator Ed Harbison and references the constituents he represents in Macon, Marion, Talbot, Taylor, Schley, Chattahoochee, and Muscogee counties, but it imposes no obligations on the public.

Resolutions like this carry symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not change any Georgia statute, spend money, or affect rights or duties; its practical effect is limited to an official Senate record honoring one legislator's career.

• The resolution recites Senator Harbison's Senate service since 1992 and his committee leadership positions, including chairman of the State Institutions and Property Committee.
• It credits him with legislation designating Georgia a Purple Heart State, creating a veterans court, and establishing the Military Hall of Fame.
• The resolving clause commends him for his public service and extends wishes for continued health and happiness.
• A final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to him.

1. 2026-03-19Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-03-18Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)Primary sponsor
• Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
• Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
• Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
• Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
• Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
• John Albers (R, SD-056)
• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
• Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
• Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
• Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
• Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
• Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
• Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
• Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
• Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
• Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
• Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
• Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
• Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
• Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)
• Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
• Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
• Donzella James (D, SD-028)
• Nabilah Islam Parkes (D, SD-007)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
• Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
• Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
• Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
• Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
• Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
• Steve Gooch (R, SD-051)
• Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
• Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
• Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)

• legislative honors
• Georgia Senate
• veterans recognition