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GA SR1487

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/20/2010

Primary Sponsor

John Douglas

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate Resolution 1487, introduced by Senator Douglas of the 17th District, recognizes and commends Mr. Oma Parnell for his remarkable service on behalf of military veterans
  • Mr. Parnell served as senior assistant for Veterans Affairs in the Office of Senator John Douglas and is a member of American Legion Post 32 in Covington, Georgia
  • As chairman and agent of Newton-Rockdale Veterans, Inc., he raised funds to provide financial assistance, services, food, and shelter for veterans in crisis
  • A life member of Disabled American Veterans Chapter 55, he secured matching funds for a DAV van to transport veterans in Newton and Rockdale counties to VA Medical Centers and served as a liaison helping disabled veterans secure benefits and navigate the appeals process
  • He served as chaplain for hospitalized veterans throughout Georgia hospitals and VA Medical Centers and assisted families of service members killed in action with funeral services and VA cemetery burials

Legislative Description

Parnell, Mr. Oma; recognize

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

4/20/2010

Full Bill Text

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