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HR 925

Gulledge, Sheriff Gary; commend

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joseph Gullett and 4 co-sponsors

A House resolution commends Sheriff Gary Gulledge for 34 years of service, recognizes his retirement, and honors his leadership in Paulding County with no legal or fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · HR 925

Summary — H.R. 925: Commending Sheriff Gary Gulledge

Purpose

H.R. 925 is a House resolution that formally commends Sheriff Gary Gulledge of Paulding County for his 34-year career in law enforcement, recognizes his service as the county’s 47th sheriff (2008–2024), and congratulates him on his retirement. It is a non‑binding honorary measure expressing the appreciation of the House.

Key provisions

  • Commends Sheriff Gary Gulledge for his long and distinguished service, characterizing his service with attributes such as care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication.
  • Summarizes his career milestones and contributions (see Background).
  • Congratulates him on his retirement and extends best wishes for his future health and happiness.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House to make an appropriate copy of the resolution available for distribution to Sheriff Gulledge.

Background and findings cited in the resolution

The text highlights:
- A 34‑year law enforcement career beginning in 1990 and service as Paulding County’s 47th sheriff from 2008–2024.
- Prior roles including jailer, patrol deputy, warrant officer, and extensive work in the K‑9 Division (he and K‑9 Basco were the department’s first dual‑purpose K‑9 team).
- Oversight of departmental growth, including a training facility (2016) and a new law enforcement facility/detention center (2020).
- Service on statewide and regional law enforcement bodies: Georgia Sheriffs’ Association (Board of Directors, Legislative Committee, regional vice president), Georgia Commission on Medical Cannabis, Georgia Department of Corrections Board, Northwest Georgia Law Enforcement Training Center Advisory Board, and chairmanship of the Haralson‑Paulding Drug Taskforce Control Board.

Who is affected

  • Primarily an honorary recognition for Sheriff Gary Gulledge.
  • Symbolically acknowledges Paulding County residents and the local/state law enforcement community for whom Gulledge’s leadership had influence.
  • No legal, regulatory, or fiscal effects on agencies, programs, or private parties.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Introduced in the House: February 4, 2025.
  • Referred to several committees for jurisdictional review (Oversight and Government Reform; Judiciary; Education and Workforce; Armed Services; Foreign Affairs; Financial Services; Energy and Commerce; Transportation and Infrastructure; Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence).
  • Filed and considered on local/consent calendars in April–May 2025.
  • Placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar and laid before the House: May 23, 2025.
  • Adopted by the House: May 23, 2025 (non‑record vote); reported as enrolled thereafter.

Sponsors and related measures

  • Introduced by Representatives Joseph Gullett, Martin Momtahan, Kimberly New, Tyler P. Smith, and Trey Kelley (members listed on the resolution) and supported by numerous cosponsors from the House.
  • Companion bill in the Senate: S. 382.

Impact

H.R. 925 is a ceremonial resolution honoring an individual’s public service. It does not create policy, change law, or require funding. Its principal effect is to record the House’s formal recognition of Sheriff Gulledge’s career and contributions.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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