SR1060: SR1060 Salem Bible Church; recognize and commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It marks the 135th anniversary of Salem Bible Church, tracing its history from its founding in a small house on Hawkins Street in Atlanta through several pastors and relocations, up to its current leadership under Pastor Jasper Williams Jr. The resolution formally states that the Senate recognizes the church's history, commends its service to the community, and wishes it continued success. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the church to keep as a record of the honor.

• Formally recognizes Salem Bible Church's 135th anniversary and commends its history of community service.
• Recounts the church's founding and leadership history, including its original location on Hawkins Street and later moves to Martin Street and Baker Road.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to the church.
• Creates no new law, funding, or legal requirement; it is a symbolic statement of recognition.

The resolution directly names and honors Salem Bible Church in Atlanta, its congregation, and its pastor, Jasper Williams Jr. It has no legal effect on any other group, agency, or member of the public.

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence and changes no Georgia law. Its practical effect is symbolic: the Senate's formal acknowledgment of a local church's long history gives the congregation an official record of recognition from the state legislature.

• The whereas clauses describe the church's founding on Hawkins Street in Atlanta and its history under pastors Rev. G. B. Fanning, Rev. R. Dorsey, Rev. C. L. Wilder, and Rev. C. S. Jackson.
• The resolution notes the church's growth since November 1963 under Pastor Jasper Williams Jr., including a new sanctuary on Baker Road and additional campuses.
• The resolving clause has the Senate recognize the church's history and commend its 135 years of service.
• A final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide an official copy of the resolution to the church.

1. 2026-03-31Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-03-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)Primary sponsor
• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
• Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
• Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
• Donzella James (D, SD-028)

• ceremonial resolution
• Atlanta churches
• Georgia Senate honors
• religious institutions