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SR 541

Sheriff's Klean Initiative Program (S.K.I.P.) Unit; recognize

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tonya Anderson and 5 co-sponsors

Ceremonial recognition of the Clayton County Sheriff's Office S.K.I.P. Unit for inmate-led community beautification and rehabilitation; no new laws or funds.

Senate Read and Adopted
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Bill Summary · SR 541

Summary — SR 541: Sheriff's Klean Initiative Program (S.K.I.P.) Unit; recognize

Status: Senate Resolution 541 — Read & Adopted (ceremonial)
Introduced: May 15, 2025 (LC 112 3332)
Classification: Senate resolution (non-binding)

Purpose

SR 541 formally recognizes and commends the Sheriff's Klean Initiative Program (S.K.I.P.) Unit of the Clayton County Sheriff's Office for its contributions to community beautification and offender rehabilitation. The resolution is honorary and does not create or change law or appropriate funds.

Key provisions

  • Officially recognizes the S.K.I.P. Unit as a specialized division responsible for managing inmate work details focused on community beautification and maintenance.
  • Describes program activities, including trash collection, landscaping, minor repairs, and facility upkeep performed throughout Clayton County.
  • Highlights S.K.I.P.’s role in providing non-violent offenders with opportunities for rehabilitation, skill-building, and structured reintegration.
  • Commends the unit’s contributions to public cleanliness, maintenance, and fostering a sense of responsibility among participants.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make an appropriate copy of the resolution available for distribution to the Clayton County Sheriff's Office.

Who is affected

  • Primary subject: Clayton County Sheriff's Office and its S.K.I.P. Unit.
  • Indirectly affected: participants in the S.K.I.P. program (non-violent offenders), Clayton County residents who benefit from improved public spaces, and program staff/partners who may receive increased recognition.

Procedural history (as listed)

  • 2025-04-02: Senate Hopper
  • 2025-04-04: Senate Read and Adopted
  • 2025-05-15: Received by the Secretary of the Senate
  • 2025-05-19: Read & Adopted; vote recorded in Journal; reported enrolled

(Note: actions listed include multiple read/adopt dates and enrollment activity; the resolution was ultimately read and adopted by the Senate.)

Impact and significance

SR 541 is a ceremonial recognition that raises the public profile of the S.K.I.P. Unit and formally commends its community and rehabilitative work. While it carries no legal or budgetary effect, such recognition can:
- Boost program visibility and morale,
- Encourage continued local support or partnerships,
- Provide public affirmation that may assist in fundraising or county-level advocacy.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Senators RaShaun Kemp, Elena Parent, Tonya Anderson, Kenya Wicks, Gail Davenport, and Michael "Doc" Rhett.

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

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