SR 979 Georgia Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Norwood, Dorothy; recognize

This Senate resolution honors Dorothy Norwood, a celebrated gospel singer and storyteller from Georgia, for her decades of contributions to gospel music. The bill formally recognizes her career achievements, including her work with The Caravans, her solo albums, and her numerous Grammy and Stellar Award nominations. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Norwood as a gesture of appreciation. This commemorative measure does not alter laws or create new policies but serves to acknowledge her cultural and artistic legacy.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 18, 2026 Last action Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
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Mar 18, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
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