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GA SR1265
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/24/2016
Primary Sponsor
Horacena Tate
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate recognizes and commends James Francis "Jim" Martin for his vital role in community leadership and public service to the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia
- Martin served nine consecutive terms in the Georgia House of Representatives beginning with a 1983 special election, chairing the Judiciary Committee and the Human Services Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee
- Appointed commissioner of the Georgia Department of Human Resources by the Governor in 2001; also served as senior research engineer at Georgia Tech and chief legal officer of the Georgia Public Defender Standards Council
- Served as chairman of Atlanta Neighborhood Planning Unit-Q for more than nine years, advocating for infrastructure improvements, crime reduction, affordable housing, educational opportunities, and business development
- U.S. Army veteran with a tour of duty in Vietnam; holds a bachelor's degree, Juris Doctor, and LL.M. from the University of Georgia and an MBA from Georgia State University
Legislative Description
Martin, James Francis "Jim"; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
3/24/2016
Full Bill Text
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