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SR 7EXGEORGIASession 2026_ssState Billsigned

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Georgia Senate adopts resolution honoring the life and legacy of David S. Simpson

Original title: Simpson, David S.; condolences

Last action · June 20, 2026: Senate Read and AdoptedSponsor: Nan Orrock

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What This Bill Does

The Georgia Senate formally recognizes and honors the life, community leadership, and civic contributions of David S. Simpson, who passed away on April 3, 2026.

Why it matters

Changes only the official legislative record through a formal honorary ; no state funding, program modifications, or regulatory requirements are established.

Background

Senate Resolution 7EX is an honorary measure introduced in the Georgia General Assembly during the 2026 legislative session. context

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Family of David S. Simpson

Receives the formal legislative resolution and expressions of sympathy from the Senate.

Indirectly affected

Little Five Points community

Honored through legislative recognition of a local figure who contributed to neighborhood businesses, events, and public safety initiatives.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of Senate Resolution 7EX?

The formally recognizes and honors the life, community leadership, and legacy of David S. Simpson following his passing.

What community did David S. Simpson primarily serve in Atlanta?

He dedicated decades of service to the Little Five Points community in Atlanta.

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Where This Stands

Current status: signed.

Procedural history

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Jun 20, 2026SenateFloor
Senate Read and Adopted
Jun 18, 2026SenateIntroduced
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Connected Entities

Atlanta, Dr. Hazel Deal Simpson, United States Navy and 13 more

locationAtlanta“Home city of David S. Simpson”Map →

PersonDr. Hazel Deal Simpson“Mother of David S. Simpson”Map →

OrganizationUnited States Navy“Branch of military service where David S. Simpson served as a courier”Map →

locationAthens“Birthplace and hometown location in Georgia”Map →

locationGeorgia“State where the legislature resides and where Simpson lived and worked”Map →

PersonDavid S. Simpson“Subject of the condolence resolution passed by the Georgia Senate”Map →

OrganizationStudents for a Democratic Society“Organization supported by David S. Simpson for civil rights and social equity”Map →

OrganizationLittle Five Points Police Patrol“Safety organization established with the help of David S. Simpson”Map →

OrganizationSouthern Student Organizing Committee“Organization where David S. Simpson lent his leadership”Map →

OrganizationUniversity of Georgia“Alma mater where David S. Simpson engaged in student advocacy”Map →

OrganizationCoyote Trading Company“Business established in 1988 in Little Five Points”Map →

PersonDavid S. "Dee" Simpson“Father of David S. Simpson”Map →

OrganizationTurtle Trading Company“Current iteration of the trading company in Little Five Points”Map →

locationWashington, D.C.“Station location during military service”Map →

OrganizationLittle Five Points Business Association“Association where David S. Simpson served as Vice President”Map →

OrganizationSouthern Conference Educational Fund“Organization supported by David S. Simpson”Map →

Sources

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www.legis.ga.gov

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