HR2043: HR2043 Blackburn, Bob; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It honors Bob Blackburn for his service on the Coweta County Board of Commissioners, where he served four terms and nearly 14 years as District 3 Commissioner. The resolution recounts his contributions, including work on the Walt Sanders Road railroad crossing, construction of the county's administrative building, stabilizing the county pension fund, and revitalizing the Madras Center. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Blackburn as a keepsake honoring his public service.

• Formally commends Bob Blackburn for his service as Coweta County District 3 Commissioner over four terms and nearly 14 years.
• Recites specific accomplishments during his tenure, including infrastructure, pension fund, and community center projects in Coweta County.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Bob Blackburn.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.

The resolution directly names and honors Bob Blackburn, a former Coweta County District 3 Commissioner. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a distributable copy of the resolution.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to formally recognizing one individual's public service record in Coweta County and providing him with an official memento from the state legislature.

• The whereas clauses describe Blackburn's nearly 14 years and four terms as Coweta County District 3 Commissioner and his specific contributions to county projects.
• The resolving clause formally commends Blackburn for his public service and extends best wishes for his health and happiness.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Blackburn.

1. 2026-03-31House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-31House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-31House Hopper (House)

• Josh Bonner (R, HD-073)Primary sponsor
• Lynn Smith (R, HD-070)
• David Jenkins (R, HD-136)
• Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
• Robert Dawson (D, HD-065)

• commendation resolution
• Coweta County
• local government
• county commissioners