Georgia CommonsSR 991: Grayson Day; recognize March 17, 2026
Última acción: 19 de marzo de 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Capitol, honoring the history and civic life of the City of Grayson in Gwinnett County.
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En lenguaje claro
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recounts the history of the City of Grayson in Gwinnett County, including its 1902 incorporation, early schools and churches, its railroad depot that operated from 1898 to 1932, and several historic sites still standing today. The Senate resolves to recognize March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Capitol and directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press. It does not create any new rights, funding, or legal requirements.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally designates March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Capitol in recognition of the City of Grayson's history.
- Recounts historical facts about Grayson's 1902 incorporation, founding families, early churches, and railroad history.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or enforceable requirements, serving only as a ceremonial honor.
A quién afecta
The resolution primarily concerns the City of Grayson in Gwinnett County and its residents, whose local history is being honored. It also involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who are tasked with distributing copies of the resolution.
Por qué importa
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic, giving formal recognition from the state legislature to a local community's history and civic identity, which can be a point of local pride but does not change anyone's daily life.
Disposiciones clave
- The resolution recites the history of Grayson's 1902 incorporation and its first mayor, John E. Jacobs.
- It lists historic sites such as the Cofer Home, the Potato House Building, and the Old Grayson Post Office.
- The resolving clause designates March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Capitol.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies to the public and press.
Del proyecto de ley
“the members of this body recognize March 17, 2026, as Grayson Day at the Capitol.”
Cronología del estado
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
- Senate Hopper (Senado)
Patrocinadores
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
Temas
- Grayson Georgia
- Gwinnett County history
- ceremonial resolution
- local history recognition