Georgia CommonsSR 49: Simmons, Marvin Gary; condolences
Última acción: 29 de enero de 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life of Marvin Gary Simmons, a longtime Polk County law enforcement officer and National Guard veteran who died in December 2024.
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En lenguaje claro
This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Marvin Gary Simmons, who died on December 22, 2024. The resolution recounts his life, including his birth in LaFayette, Georgia, his 44 years of service in law enforcement with the Floyd County Police Department, Rockmart Police Department, and Polk County Police Department (retiring as a captain from the Polk County Sheriff's Department), his service in the United States National Guard, and his membership in Pleasant Valley South Baptist Church. The resolution formally expresses the Senate's regret at his passing and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send a copy of the resolution to his family. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement of tribute.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences on the death of Marvin Gary Simmons.
- Recites his biography, including his career in law enforcement and military service, for the official record.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to his family.
A quién afecta
The resolution directly concerns the family of Marvin Gary Simmons, who will receive a copy of it. It also reflects on the law enforcement agencies he served, including the Floyd County Police Department, Rockmart Police Department, Polk County Police Department, and Polk County Sheriff's Department.
Por qué importa
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, providing the Simmons family and community with an official Senate tribute recognizing his decades of public service.
Disposiciones clave
- The preamble recounts Simmons's birth, family, 44-year law enforcement career across three agencies, and National Guard service.
- The resolved clause states the Senate joins in honoring his life and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.
Del proyecto de ley
“retiring from the Polk County Sheriff's Department as a captain after 44 years of exemplary service”
Cronología del estado
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
- Senate Hopper (Senado)
Patrocinadores
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- John Kennedy (R, SD-018)
- Steve Gooch (R, SD-051)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
- Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
- Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Brandon Beach (R, SD-021)
- Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)
Temas
- memorial resolution
- law enforcement
- Georgia Senate
- veterans