SR1013: SR1013 Austin, Dallas; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Dallas Austin, a music producer and songwriter born in Columbus, Georgia, for his career producing hits for artists like TLC, Boyz II Men, Madonna, and Michael Jackson, and for co-founding Rowdy Records. The resolution recounts his upbringing in Georgia, his education at Lake Shore High School and Benjamin Banneker High School, his 2019 induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and his work as executive producer of the film Drumline. It formally commends him for bringing distinction to Georgia through his work in music and the arts, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dallas Austin for his contributions to music, culture, and the State of Georgia.
• Recounts his biography, career highlights, and ties to Georgia as the basis for the honor.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dallas Austin.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement of the Senate's views.

The resolution directly names Dallas Austin, the honoree, and the Secretary of the Senate, who must prepare a copy for him. It does not impose any obligation on the public, businesses, or other state agencies.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing a Georgia-born artist's career and directing that a ceremonial copy be delivered to him.

• The whereas clauses detail Dallas Austin's birth in Columbus, Georgia, his family background, and his early exposure to music.
• The whereas clauses describe his career achievements, including co-founding Rowdy Records, producing hits for TLC and Boyz II Men, and his 2019 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction.
• The first resolving clause formally commends Austin for his achievements and his role as an ambassador for Georgia.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to him.

1. 2026-03-25Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-03-23Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)Primary sponsor
• Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
• Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)

• Georgia Senate resolution
• music industry
• Columbus Georgia
• ceremonial honors