Georgia House Bill HR137

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/3/25
• Enrolled: 2/3/25
• Passed: 2/3/25

Caption

Williams, Mr. Tim; outstanding service to GreyStone Power as well as the communities and members it serves; commend

Summary

House Resolution 137 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Mr. Tim Williams for more than 40 years of service to GreyStone Power and the communities it serves. The resolution highlights his long career in communications, crisis management, public relations, marketing, and external affairs, as well as his leadership during major events such as the 1993 Storm of the Century and Hurricane Opal. It also notes his role in the cooperative’s rebranding from Douglas County EMC to GreyStone Power and his work with legislative and regulatory leaders on behalf of cooperative members. The resolution further acknowledges Mr. Williams’ broader public service, including his appointment and reappointment to the Technical College System of Georgia State Board, and closes by congratulating him on his retirement and wishing him continued health and happiness. It directs the Clerk of the House to distribute an appropriate copy to him. As a commemorative measure, the resolution does not change substantive law or create new legal obligations, but instead serves as an official expression of appreciation by the House of Representatives.

Impact

HR 137 has no direct impact on Georgia statutes, regulations, or agency authority because it is a nonbinding House resolution. Its effect is limited to formally honoring an individual and documenting legislative recognition of his service. The only practical consequence is ceremonial: it authorizes distribution of the resolution to Mr. Williams and places the General Assembly’s commendation into the official record.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The bill text itself is written in laudatory terms, emphasizing Mr. Williams’ long tenure, leadership, community service, and contributions during emergencies and organizational growth. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the resolution’s language indicates broad support and a celebratory tone consistent with retirement commendations.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the bill text or available legislative context. Because the measure is a recognition resolution rather than a substantive policy bill, it does not appear to have generated debate over legal changes, funding, or regulatory effects. Any discussion would likely have centered on Mr. Williams’ career achievements and the appropriateness of the commendation rather than disagreement over legislative substance.