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House Resolution 56
By: Representatives Petrea of the 166
th
and Stephens of the 164
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing January 28, 2025, as Bryan Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, presented by the Bryan County Chamber of Commerce and the Development2
Authority of Bryan County, Bryan Day represents an opportunity to celebrate the rich history3
and remarkable contributions of Bryan County, Georgia; and4
WHEREAS, created on December 19, 1793, and named after American Revolutionary War5
partisan Jonathan Bryan, Bryan County is located less than 30 minutes from Savannah-Hilton6
Head International Airport and the Port of Savannah; and7
WHEREAS, Bryan County is unique in that one-third of the community is occupied by Fort8
Stewart, the largest army installation east of the Mississippi River and home of the 3rd9
Infantry Division; and10
WHEREAS, the City of Pembroke serves as the county seat and offers residents a rural11
setting in the northern portion of the county, while the City of Richmond Hill covers the12
southern end of the county and rests on the Georgia coast; and13
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WHEREAS, Bryan County was named the fastest-growing county in Georgia following the
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last census, experiencing a population increase of 48 percent between 2010 and 2020; and15
WHEREAS, the county's rapid population growth is largely attributed to its top-performing16
public school system, which attracts and supports families seeking high-quality education for17
their children; and18
WHEREAS, the Bryan County Chamber of Commerce serves as a recognized leader in19
promoting business, economic and community development, and public policies that balance20
economic prosperity with quality of life; and21
WHEREAS, with its thriving communities, rich history, and outstanding growth, Bryan22
County exemplifies the values of the State of Georgia.23
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24
the members of this body recognize January 28, 2025, as Bryan Day at the state capitol.25
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized26
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the27
public and the press.28
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