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Senate Resolution 281
By: Senators Tillery of the 19th, Strickland of the 42nd, Hatchett of the 50th, Hodges of the
3rd and Echols of the 49th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Talmadge James on the occasion of her retirement; and for
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other purposes.2
WHEREAS, Talmadge James has long been recognized by the citizens and leaders of this3
state for the vital role she has played in state and local government and for her deep personal4
commitment to the State of Georgia; and5
WHEREAS, for the past 25 years, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted countless6
hours of her time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of the daily operations of the7
Georgia General Assembly, as evidenced by her exemplary service in the Georgia House of8
Representatives; and9
WHEREAS, Talmadge James began her career with the House of Representatives on April10
1, 1999, after previously serving as a session assistant in 1998; and11
WHEREAS, she faithfully assisted both Senate and House members during her service in the12
Governor's Floor Leader's Office, and she currently serves in the House Majority Leader's13
Office; and14
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WHEREAS, she has demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify opportunities for elected
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leaders, maintained an extensive network of contacts across state agencies and departments,16
and served with an unwaveringly cheerful demeanor; and17
WHEREAS, she has been united in love and marriage to her husband, Leroy, for more than18
25 years, and she is a loving mother and grandmother to her two remarkable children, two19
wonderful stepchildren, and five outstanding grandchildren; and20
WHEREAS, Talmadge James has served with honor and distinction, and her vision and21
unyielding commitment to the Georgia House of Representatives will be sorely missed upon22
the occasion of her retirement on March 1, 2025; and23
WHEREAS, she is cherished by her colleagues under the Gold Dome, who count her24
friendship as a special experience they will always treasure, and it is abundantly fitting and25
proper that she be honored for her many contributions to this state.26
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body27
recognize and commend Talmadge James for her two and a half decades of efficient,28
effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the citizens of the State of Georgia;29
congratulate her upon the grand occasion of her retirement; and extend sincere best wishes30
for continued health and happiness.31
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed32
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Talmadge James.33
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