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SR 772

Sheriff Randall Johnson Intersection; Fayette County; dedicate

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Albers and 6 co-sponsors

The bill designates the intersection of SR 92 and Westbridge Rd in Fayette County as the Sheriff Randall Johnson Intersection and requires DOT signage.

Senate Read and Referred
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Bill Summary · SR 772

Summary of SR 772 (Georgia, 2025-26)

Purpose and Intent

  • SR 772 is a Senate Resolution recognizing longtime Fayette County Sheriff Randall Johnson and dedicating a public intersection in his honor.
  • The resolution acknowledges Sheriff Johnson’s nearly 49-year law enforcement career and his service as Fayette County Sheriff, including eight terms after being elected in 1976.

Key Provisions

  • Dedication of Intersection: The intersection of State Route 92 and Westbridge Road in Fayette County is to be dedicated as the “Sheriff Randall Johnson Intersection.”
  • Signage Authorization: The Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) is authorized and directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs naming the intersection accordingly.
  • Distribution of Copies: The Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to provide copies of the resolution to Sheriff Randall Johnson and to the DOT.

Affected Parties and Entities

  • Individual Honored: Sheriff Randall Johnson (noted for his service and leadership in Fayette County).
  • Government Agencies: Georgia Department of Transportation (to install and maintain signage).
  • State Legislature: Senate resolution recognizing the honoree and directing commemorative actions.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced and Sponsored By: A group of senators with primary and several co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Marty Harbin, Kenya Wicks, Tim Bearden, John Albers, Sam Watson, and Lee Anderson, Steve Gooch.
  • Action History:
    • February 12, 2026: Bill appeared in the Senate Hopper (initial filing/introduced stage).
    • February 17, 2026: Senate read and referred (appears to have advanced to committee/consideration stage after Hopper).

Practical Impact

  • Public recognition of Sheriff Johnson’s career through a named intersection can serve as a lasting tribute and local landmark.
  • Requires DOT to implement signage, ensuring the intersection bears the commemorative name and is clearly marked for motorists and residents.
  • No substantive changes to traffic law, funding, or county governance beyond the honorary designation and signage requirements.

Notes

  • The bill is a ceremonial resolution, with no appropriations or policy changes beyond the designation and the DOT’s signage responsibilities.

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

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