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House Resolution 653
By: Representatives O’Steen of the 169
th
and Burchett of the 176
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing United States military veterans and dedicating a highway in their honor; and for
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other purposes.2
WHEREAS, our nation's security continues to rely on patriotic men and women who put3
their personal lives on hold in order to place themselves in harm's way to protect the4
freedoms that all United States citizens cherish; and5
WHEREAS, United States military veterans have demonstrated a deep personal commitment6
to protecting democracy and a willingness to sacrifice their own personal safety and comfort7
to ensure the well-being of their fellow man; and8
WHEREAS, they have served as guardians of this nation's freedom and liberty and have9
diligently and conscientiously undergone intensive and rigorous training in order to serve10
their country with honor and distinction during times of war and peace; and11
WHEREAS, it is important that veterans are thanked for their selfless service to this nation12
and honored for their unyielding commitment to protecting the people and ideals of the13
United States; and14
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WHEREAS, veterans embody the spirit of service, willing to find meaning in something
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greater than themselves, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding16
accomplishments and sacrifices of these remarkable and distinguished Americans be honored17
appropriately.18
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL19
ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the entire portion of State Route 206 in Coffee County is20
dedicated as Veterans Perimeter Road.21
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and22
directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating Veterans Perimeter Road.23
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the25
Department of Transportation. 26
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