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SR 327

MEMORIAL-SHIRLEY MUNGAI

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Lowndes County's 200th bicentennial and offering condolences for Shirley Mungai; non-binding, no policy changes, copies to officials.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 327

Summary — SR 327 (Resolution Adopted)

Overview / Purpose

SR 327 is a ceremonial (non‑binding) Senate resolution, classified as a memorial/commemorative measure and adopted in 2025. The text that was read and adopted contains two distinct, honorary elements:
- A recognition and commendation of Lowndes County, Georgia, on the occasion of its Bicentennial (200th anniversary).
- A memorial resolution mourning the passing of Shirley Mungai of Oak Park, Illinois, and offering condolences to her family.

The resolution does not create new law, appropriate funds, or change public policy — it records the Senate’s official recognition and authorizes distribution of copies.

Key provisions / content

  • Lowndes County Bicentennial recognition:

    • Notes creation of Lowndes County by the Georgia General Assembly on December 23, 1825 (200 years).
    • States the county was named for William J. Lowndes.
    • Identifies Valdosta (established 1860) and other municipalities — Valdosta, Hahira, Dasher, Lake Park, Remerton.
    • Cites current population (approximately 120,700) and major local industries: advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, food processing, warehousing and distribution.
    • Recognizes Moody Air Force Base’s local and national significance.
    • Expresses the Senate’s commendation and best wishes for continued prosperity.
    • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make appropriate copies of the resolution available to Lowndes County officials and community leaders.

  • Memorial for Shirley Mungai:

    • Records Shirley Mungai’s birth (November 15, 1930, Pendleton, Indiana), long residence in Oak Park, Illinois, and death on October 4, 2024 at age 93.
    • Summarizes life details: schooling, family (marriage to Joseph J. Mungai, four children), community activities (knitting for children, church attendance), and personal qualities.
    • Lists survivors and those preceded in death.
    • Expresses the Senate’s condolences and directs that a suitable copy be presented to her family.

Who is affected / impact

  • Primarily symbolic: Lowndes County officials and residents receive formal state recognition for the bicentennial; Shirley Mungai’s family and community receive an official statement of sympathy.
  • No fiscal, regulatory, or operational impacts.

Procedural / timeline highlights

  • Introduced / received by Secretary of the Senate: March 24, 2025
  • Senate read and adopted: March–April 2025 (listed actions include March 3–4 and April 2, 2025)
  • Reported enrolled: April 2, 2025
  • Filed with Secretary / Referred to Resolutions Consent Calendar / Co‑sponsor All Senators: May 20, 2025
  • Resolution Adopted / final filing entries: May 22, 2025

Sponsors

Primary sponsors listed include Senators Clint Dixon, Bill Cowsert, Drew Echols, Carden Summers, Russ Goodman, Sam Watson and Don Harmon (among others).

Note: SR 327 is an honorary resolution composed of commemorative language; it recognizes historical milestones and expresses condolences rather than proposing statutory change.

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

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