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GA HR1342

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/28/2020

Primary Sponsor

Terry Rogers

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019-2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) for its selfless volunteer contributions to the State of Georgia, including emergency services, aerospace education, and cadet programs
  • The Georgia Wing of CAP consists of nearly 1,900 volunteer members in 43 squadrons and six groups, with an estimated volunteer service value of almost $5.8 million in 2019
  • Georgia Wing members supported homeland security aerial response preparation for Super Bowl LIII, hurricane relief efforts for Dorian and Michael (assisting FEMA with damage photography), and deployed to Puerto Rico for disaster recovery
  • Georgia Wing has earned multiple national and regional honors, including the National Squadron of Distinction (2008, 2009), Southeast Region Squadron of Distinction (2010), and a National Commander's Citation for Deep Water Horizon support
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Wing of the Civil Air Patrol

Legislative Description

Civil Air Patrol; service to the citizens of Georgia; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/28/2020

Full Bill Text

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