Bill Text: GA SR693 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

Georgia Senate Resolution 693 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: State Restaurant Day; declare February 9, 2012

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2012-01-24 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR693 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR693-Enrolled.html

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Senate Resolution 693

By: Senator Chance of the 16th

A RESOLUTION

Declaring February 9, 2012, as State Restaurant Day at the state capitol and commending the food service industry of Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the food service industry plays a vital role in Georgia's economic prosperity and the quality of life for all Georgians; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia food service industry comprises over 15,000 food and drink establishments in Georgia and generates more than $14 billion annually, providing over 300,000 jobs state wide; and

WHEREAS, more than 25 international food service industry brands are headquartered in Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Restaurant Association is dedicated to providing a voice for the food service industry throughout Georgia to express to residents and visitors the great value, quality, and services provided by local food establishments; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Restaurant Association works with state and local agencies to promote food safety, encourage small business growth, and foster entrepreneurship throughout Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the contributions and efforts of the professionals working in the food service industry to provide the highest quality food and drinks in Georgia, promote small business, and contribute billions of dollars to local and state tax revenue to stimulate economic growth are worthy of recognition.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize the dedication of the food service industry, applaud their service as critical to the economic vitality of the State of Georgia, and declare February 9, 2012, as State Restaurant Day at the state capitol.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Georgia Restaurant Association.