Bill Text: GA SR443 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Enrolled

Georgia Senate Resolution 443 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: Bryant, Mr. Fernando; recognize

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-1)

Status: (Passed) 2009-03-03 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR443 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-SR443-Enrolled.html

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Senate Resolution 443

By: Senators Ramsey, Sr. of the 43rd, Buckner of the 44th, Sims of the 12th, Bulloch of the 11th, Tarver of the 22nd and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Mr. Fernando Bryant; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is proud to call Mr. Fernando Bryant one of the finest citizens, athletes, and humanitarians the state has ever produced; and

WHEREAS, born on March 26, 1976, in Camilla, Georgia, Mr. Bryant attended Riverdale High School, where he was a stellar football wide receiver and defensive back and a star sprinter for the school's track team; and

WHEREAS, after graduating from high school, Mr. Bryant attended the University of Alabama, continuing his phenomenal football career with two bowl game appearances for the Crimson Tide, starting in 40 games and being selected to the All-SEC second team in 1996 and 1997 and the All-SEC first team in 1998; and

WHEREAS, in 1999, Mr. Bryant was selected as a first round draft choice for the Jacksonville Jaguars and became the second Jaguar to start every game as a rookie; and

WHEREAS, after five seasons for Jacksonville, Mr. Bryant went on to play for the Detroit Lions and later with the Pittsburgh Steelers; and

WHEREAS, with his move to Pittsburgh, Mr. Bryant had the amazing opportunity to play in the 2009 Super Bowl and became part of the world champion title earning Steelers squad; and

WHEREAS, off the field, Mr. Bryant established the 25 Sports Foundation to provide academic services, guidance, and encouragement to at-risk youth through a variety of programs in Georgia, Florida, Michigan, and Tennessee; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Bryant's philanthropic deeds have been recognized with awards such as the Detroit Lions' 2004 Man of the Year award, the Detroit Sports Fans Choice Award, and the 2004 Humanitarian Award for Outstanding Humanitarian Work by an Athlete; and

WHEREAS, he devotes his free time to such organizations as Hosea's Feed the Hungry, the Children's Aide Society, the National Kidney Foundation, and Talk About Life with Kids; and

WHEREAS, through his unwavering generosity, compassion, and dedication to helping his fellow man, Mr. Bryant serves as an extraordinary role model for our youth and is a shining example to all.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join in commending Mr. Fernando Bryant for his invaluable community involvement, thank him for his many contributions to Georgia, and extend congratulations on his Super Bowl win with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mr. Fernando Bryant.