Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 579: Sgt. Major John Barry Dean Memorial Intersection; Paulding County; dedicate
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SR 579 is a resolution introduced in the Georgia Senate on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Sgt. Major John Barry Dean Memorial Intersection; Paulding County; dedicate. Primary sponsor: Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Tim Bearden (Republican), Greg Dolezal (Republican), Steve Gooch (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), John Albers (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Chuck Hufstetler (Republican), Billy Hickman (Republican), Bill Cowsert (Republican), Jason T. Dickerson, Elena Parent (Democratic), Gail Davenport (Democratic), Chuck Payne (Republican), Nikki Merritt (Democratic), Randal Mangham (Democratic), Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican), Donzella James (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): Senate Read and Referred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A RESOLUTION honoring the life of Sgt. Major John Barry Dean and dedicating an intersection in his memory; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 12
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Anavitarte | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| Tim Bearden | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Greg Dolezal | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Steve Gooch | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 51 |
| Shawn Still | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 48 |
| John Albers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 56 |
| Matt Brass | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Chuck Hufstetler | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 52 |
| Billy Hickman | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 4 |
| Bill Cowsert | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 46 |
| Jason T. Dickerson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Elena Parent | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 44 |
| Gail Davenport | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| Chuck Payne | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 54 |
| Nikki Merritt | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Randal Mangham | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 55 |
| Kay Kirkpatrick | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 32 |
| Donzella James | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate Read and Referred
- Senate Hopper