Summary#
SR-1105 is a Georgia Senate resolution recognizing and commending Central United Methodist Church on its 160th anniversary. It does not create or amend a general law; its stated purpose is to honor the church’s history and service.
- The Senate recognizes the church’s history and commends its service to the church and community.
- The resolution recounts the church’s origins in 1866 and its role in Atlanta’s religious, civic, and educational history.
- It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to the church.
What it means for you#
- Central United Methodist Church: The church is formally recognized and commended by the Georgia Senate. The resolution does not require the church to take any action.
- Georgia residents: The resolution does not directly change anyone’s rights, duties, taxes, benefits, or public services.
Money#
No cost information is in the available material.
- The resolution does not authorize spending, create a fee, or provide financial support.
What is unclear#
- The resolution does not specify any practical effect beyond recognition and making a copy available to the church.
Case for#
- The resolution formally acknowledges the church’s history and its stated contributions to Atlanta’s religious, civic, and educational life.
- A possible argument for the resolution is that public recognition can mark an important anniversary without creating new duties or costs in the text.
Case against#
- One concern is that the resolution offers recognition but does not provide funding or other practical support.
- The resolution does not set out any further action beyond making a copy available to the church.