SR1097: SR1097 Dickerson, Robert T. "Terry"; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Robert T. "Terry" Dickerson, a longtime resident of Cherokee County, for his service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1969 and for his decades of hard work supporting his family afterward. The resolution recounts his work ethic, his marriage to his wife Judy, and his role as a father to his four children. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Dickerson, but it does not create, change, or repeal any Georgia statute.

• Formally recognizes and commends Robert T. "Terry" Dickerson for his military service and lifetime of work supporting his family.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dickerson.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement of appreciation by the Senate.

The resolution names Robert T. "Terry" Dickerson, his wife Judy, and his children Tara, Jason, Jeremy, and Dillon. It has no effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies since it makes no change to Georgia law.

The resolution has no practical or legal effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it places an official Senate statement honoring one individual's military service and personal life into the public record.

• The whereas clauses describe Dickerson's Vietnam-era Army service from 1967 to 1969 and his decades of work supporting his family.
• The resolving clause states the Senate's recognition and appreciation of Dickerson for his contributions to family, community, Georgia, and the country.
• A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Dickerson.

1. 2026-04-02Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-04-02Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)Primary sponsor
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)

• legislative recognition
• Cherokee County
• veterans
• ceremonial resolution