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SR 970: Colvin, Justice Verda M.; honor

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Senate Resolution 970

By: Senators Halpern of the 39th, Hatchett of the 50th, McLaurin of the 14th, Jones II of the 22nd, Mangham of the 55th and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring and commending Justice Verda M. Colvin for her historic achievements, leadership, and distinguished service in the legal profession; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Justice Verda M. Colvin was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, and is a graduate of Daniel McLaughlin Therrell High School; and

WHEREAS, Justice Colvin earned her bachelor's degree in government and religion from Sweet Briar College in Virginia and her Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law, reflecting a strong foundation in public service and the law; and

WHEREAS, Justice Colvin's legal career reflects a deep dedication to justice, having served as an Assistant Solicitor in Athens-Clarke County, Assistant General Counsel at Clark Atlanta University, Assistant District Attorney in Clayton County, and Assistant United States Attorney in the Middle District of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Justice Colvin also served nearly six years as a Superior Court Judge in the Macon Judicial Circuit, during which time she demonstrated leadership in judicial accountability and reform through service on the Council of Accountability Court Judges and the Council of Superior Court Judges; and

WHEREAS, in April 2020, Justice Colvin was appointed to the Georgia Court of Appeals, further solidifying her record of excellence and commitment to justice; and

WHEREAS, on July 20, 2021, she was appointed to the Supreme Court of Georgia by Governor Brian Kemp, becoming the first African American woman appointed by a republican governor to the state's highest court, marking a historic milestone in Georgia's judicial history; and

WHEREAS, Justice Colvin's leadership extends beyond the bench through her service on numerous professional, educational, and nonprofit boards, reflecting a sustained commitment to civic engagement and community impact; and

WHEREAS, Justice Colvin's legacy reflects integrity, leadership, and dedication to advancing fairness, equity, and public trust within Georgia's judicial system.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor and commend Justice Verda M. Colvin for her historic achievements, leadership, and distinguished service in the legal profession.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Justice Verda M. Colvin.