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09 LC 94 0128
House Resolution 128
By: Representative Cheokas of the 134th

A RESOLUTION


Recognizing and commending the Honorable James R. "Bump" Welch for his dedicated years to public service; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, for over 30 years, Judge James R. "Bump" Welch has served with honor and distinction as Probate Court Judge for Marion County; and

WHEREAS, Judge Welch has long been recognized by the citizens of Marion County for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, his unparalleled organizational and leadership talents, his remarkable patience and diplomacy, his keen sense of vision, and his acute sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of his community and state have earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and those appearing before him in court; and

WHEREAS, Judge Welch has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend the Honorable James R. "Bump" Welch for over three decades of his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service; congratulate him upon the occasion of his retirement; and extend to him their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Honorable James R. "Bump" Welch.