SR1027: SR1027 Gilliard, Representative Carl Wayne Scott; recognize

26 LC 129 1493 Senate Resolution 1027 By: Senators James of the 28th, Mangham of the 55th, Howard of the 35th, Davenport of the 17th, Harrell of the 40th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gill iard; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard has long been recognized by the3 citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal4 commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time,6 talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state as evidenced7 dramatically by his superlative service with the Georgia House of Representatives; and8 WHEREAS, Representative Gilliard was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, a community9 he remained deeply devoted to; and 10 WHEREAS, throughout his life he has played a significant role i n establishing numerous11 programs and initiatives that strengthen and uplift his hometown; and 12 S. R. 1027 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1493 WHEREAS, he attended Morris Brown College, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he met Reverend13 Hosea Williams, who became his lifelong mentor and a had a profound impact on his life;14 and 15 WHEREAS, following college, Representative Gilliard returned to Savannah and founded16 the positive rap group Candy Love, using music as a platform to combat violence in his17 community and produce public service announcements; and 18 WHEREAS, in addition to his work with Candy Love, he wrote and produced gospel plays19 and hosted several radio and television programs; and 20 WHEREAS, in 2016, Representative Gilliard was sworn in as a mem ber of the Georgia21 House of Representatives, representing District 162; and 22 WHEREAS, during his tenure, Representative Gilliard championed landmark legislation,23 including the Blind Bill, protecting the rights of blind parents; House Bill 750, the Chatham24 County Legislative Gang Prevention and Intervention Commission; and House Bill 47925 which repealed Georgia's Citizens Arrest Law; and 26 WHEREAS, Representative Gilliard has served with honor and distinction with the Georgia27 House of Representatives, and his vision and unyielding commitment to the citizens of the28 State of Georgia will be sorely missed upon the occasion of his retirement.29 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body30 recognize and commend Representative Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard for his efficient, effective,31 unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of and extend the most sincere best wishes32 for continued health and happiness.33 S. R. 1027 - 2 - 26 LC 129 1493 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed34 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to Representative35 Carl Wayne Scott Gilliard.36 S. R. 1027 - 3 -