Georgia SR901: Calvert-Shropshire, Master Sergeant Melissa; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and commending Master Sergeant Melissa Calvert-Shropshire; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Master Sergeant Melissa Calvert-Shropshire; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Master Sergeant (MSG) Melissa Calvert-Shropshire serves as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Army, valiantly and courageously protecting her fellow Americans since 1999; and WHEREAS, during her prestigious military service, MSG Shropshire supported Operation Enduring Freedom to Camp Navistar, Kuwait, and conducted convoy operations into Iraq to include assignments from Tupelo, Mississippi; Michigan; and Kentucky; and WHEREAS, currently, she serves as the Senior Human Resources Sergeant assigned to a regional support group in Decatur, Georgia; and WHEREAS, MSG Shropshire's military education includes Motor Transport Operation, Human Resource Specialist, Warrior Leadership Course, Basic NCO Course, Combat Life Saver, Advanced Leader Course, senior Leaders Course, Postal Operations, Sexual Harrassment/Assault Response and Prevention, Battle Staff, Equal Opportunity Leader Course, Master Leader Course, and an EEO Advisor Course; and S. R. LC 129 1331 WHEREAS, as a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, MSG Shropshire exemplifies the service and values of the sorority; and WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this extraordinary Georgian be appropriately honored. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Master Sergeant Melissa Calvert-Shropshire, thank her for her dedicated service to the State of Georgia and the …

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Sponsors

• Anderson, Tonya (D, 43) · primary sponsor
• Kenya Wicks (D, 34)
• Gail Davenport (D, 17)
• Jones II, Harold (D)
• Elena Parent (D, 44)
• Donzella James (D, 28)
• Ed Harbison (D, 15)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, 38)
• Randal Mangham (D, 55)
• Freddie Sims (D, 12)
• David Lucas (D, 26)
• Parkes, Nabilah (D, 7)

Latest actions

1. March 4, 2026: Senate Read and Adopted
2. March 3, 2026: Senate Hopper

Common questions

What is SR901?

SR901 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Calvert-Shropshire, Master Sergeant Melissa; recognize.

What does SR901 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending Master Sergeant Melissa Calvert-Shropshire; and for other purposes.

What is the status of SR901?

Passed both chambers as of March 4, 2026. Latest action: Senate Read and Adopted (March 4, 2026).

Who sponsored SR901?

Anderson, Tonya (D, 43), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR901?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73860