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GA HR1670

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/10/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1670 recognizes Representative Alex Atwood for his outstanding accomplishments and service to the United States and the State of Georgia during his six years representing House District 179
  • Representative Atwood served more than 35 years in the United States Marine Corps, retiring as a Colonel in the Marine Corps Reserve, and was named Honor Man of his platoon and Junior Officer of the Year
  • He served seven years as a patrol officer and detective with the Atlanta Police Department conducting narcotics and organized crime investigations, and held law enforcement positions with the Defense Department, U.S. Customs Service, EPA, and Department of Homeland Security
  • He earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, a master's degree in international relations, and a Juris Doctorate summa cum laude while working and attending law school at night, and currently serves as senior partner at the Atwood-Choate Law Firm on St. Simons Island
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Representative Atwood

Legislative Description

Atwood, Representative Alex; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/10/2016

Full Bill Text

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