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GA SR909

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/8/2016

Primary Sponsor

Ellis Black

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate commends Mr. Eddie B. Tucker, born September 19, 1922, in Cook County, Georgia, for his exemplary commitment to his community of Clyattville
  • Mr. Tucker is a World War II veteran who served in the United States Army and served as plant manager for Dasher Pecan Company in Valdosta, Georgia, for 60 years
  • Conducted a major farming operation with his family, raising livestock and growing vegetables, and consistently shared crops and knowledge with neighbors across racial boundaries, including collaborating with neighbor Mr. James Black on water lines during the 1950s segregation era
  • Since the early 1990s, the Tucker Family has hosted an annual Saturday event in December providing home-cooked southern dining, fellowship, and fishing for more than 400 attendees
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Mr. Tucker

Legislative Description

Tucker, Mr. Eddie B.; commend

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

2/8/2016

Full Bill Text

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