Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia Senate Bill SR159

Introduced
2/10/25  
Enrolled
2/11/25  

Caption

Stanger, Tami; recognize

Summary

Senate Resolution 159 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Tami Stanger, who received the Social Service Professional of the Year award. The resolution praises her work in Georgia’s long-term and post-acute care community and highlights the importance of professionals who serve elderly and disabled Georgians. It emphasizes her compassion, dedication, and contributions to improving the lives of seniors and vulnerable residents. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Instead, it serves as an official expression of the Senate’s appreciation and best wishes, and it directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Tami Stanger. Its practical effect is limited to formal recognition and public commendation rather than any regulatory or fiscal change.

Impact

SR159 has no direct impact on Georgia statutes, agency authority, or public programs. It is a nonbinding honorary resolution that formally acknowledges an individual’s achievements in the long-term care and social services field and authorizes distribution of the resolution as a ceremonial gesture.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and unanimous in tone. The bill text is entirely laudatory, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or votes against it. It reflects broad appreciation for caregiving professionals and for Stanger’s service to seniors and vulnerable Georgians.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because SR159 is a recognition resolution rather than substantive legislation, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal concerns, or partisan disagreement. The only substantive theme is praise for long-term care and social service professionals, especially those serving elderly and disabled residents.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA SR165

Hamilton, Beverly; recognize

GA SR163

Owens, Amy; recognize

GA SR153

Watson, Sam; recognize

GA SR164

Spiers, Ajay; recognize

GA SR162

Sims, Shermet; recognize

GA SR157

Brown, Lebreda; recognize

GA SR156

Spires, Keshia; recognize

GA SR154

Hardy, Crystal; recognize

GA SR155

Marshall, Janice; recognize

GA SR166

Giddens, Heather; recognize

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.