Georgia CommonsSR 327: Lowndes County; recognize
Última acción: 4 de marzo de 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution recognizes Lowndes County on its 200th anniversary, commending its history, economy, and communities without changing any Georgia law.
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En lenguaje claro
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate marking the Bicentennial of Lowndes County, which was created by the General Assembly on December 23, 1825. It recounts the county's history, including its naming after statesman William J. Lowndes and the founding of Valdosta in 1860. The resolution highlights the county's current population of about 120,700 people, its key industries such as manufacturing, agribusiness, food processing, and distribution, and the presence of Moody Air Force Base. It also names the county's municipalities: Valdosta, Hahira, Dasher, Lake Park, and Remerton. The Senate formally commends the county and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to local officials and community leaders. It does not create, amend, or repeal any law.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally recognizes and commends Lowndes County by the Georgia Senate on the occasion of its 200th anniversary.
- States historical facts about the county's 1825 creation, its naming, and Valdosta's 1860 founding without altering any statute.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Lowndes County officials and community leaders.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes for the county's continued prosperity, a symbolic gesture with no binding legal effect.
A quién afecta
Lowndes County government and its municipalities, including Valdosta, Hahira, Dasher, Lake Park, and Remerton, along with local officials and community leaders who will receive copies of the resolution. It does not impose obligations on residents or businesses.
Por qué importa
The resolution carries no legal force and changes nothing in state law or local governance. Its practical effect is symbolic: an official record of the Senate's recognition of Lowndes County's bicentennial, distributed to local leaders as a commemorative gesture.
Disposiciones clave
- Recites the county's founding by the Georgia General Assembly on December 23, 1825, and its naming after William J. Lowndes.
- Notes Valdosta's establishment in 1860 and its role in the county's growth.
- States the county's population as approximately 120,700 and lists key industries including manufacturing, agribusiness, food processing, warehousing, and distribution.
- Mentions Moody Air Force Base's role in national defense and the local economy.
- Resolves that the Senate recognizes and commends Lowndes County and wishes it continued prosperity.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to county officials and community leaders.
Del proyecto de ley
“Lowndes County was created by an act of the Georgia General Assembly on December 23, 1825, marking 200 years of rich history and progress”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Lowndes County on the occasion of its Bicentennial and extend best wishes for continued prosperity and success”
Cronología del estado
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
- Senate Hopper (Senado)
Patrocinadores
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
- Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
Temas
- Lowndes County
- Georgia history
- legislative commendation
- Valdosta
- local government recognition