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GA HR1579
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/2/2016
Primary Sponsor
Darryl Jordan
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AI Summary
- Honors the life and memory of Major Gregory E. Barney, who passed away on February 11, 2016; born February 25, 1965, in Camden, New Jersey
- Major Barney served in law enforcement at the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and the City of Riverdale Police Department, rising through the ranks from officer to Sergeant, Captain, and Major, and became the first African American Interim Police Chief for the City of Riverdale
- Implemented the Crime Reduction Utilizing Statistical History Unit in 2009, served as a hostage negotiator, received a Certificate of Valor for saving a life, and served as a school resource officer at Riverdale High School
- Volunteered as a fireman and EMT for 17 years in the Borough of Lawnside, New Jersey, and recently obtained his associate's degree from Shorter College
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Major Barney's family
Legislative Description
Barney, Major Gregory E.; condolences
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/2/2016
Full Bill Text
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