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GA SR1050

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/24/2016

Primary Sponsor

Tyler Harper

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes March 2, 2016, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at the Georgia state capitol and commends certified peace officers for their service
  • Georgia has approximately 54,000 certified peace officers: 14,000 at state agencies, approximately 18,000 at sheriffs' offices, and 22,000 at police departments
  • Notes that 672 officers have been lost in the line of duty in Georgia's history, including six in the past year
  • References the Georgia Public Safety Memorial Wall, dedicated to officers who made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting life and property
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to Georgia certified peace officers

Legislative Description

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day; recognize March 2

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

2/24/2016

Full Bill Text

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