Bill Text: GA SR693 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | 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
12 LC 93
0186
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.
