Coffin, Tom; condolences
This resolution (SR 877) is a ceremonial Senate measure honoring the late Tom Coffin, a Georgia resident known for his work as a journalist, labor advocate, academic, and environmental steward. It commemorates his life and legacy, highlighting his roles as co-founder of *The Great Speckled Bird* newspaper, a construction trades worker, adjunct professor, and city arborist. The resolution formally recognizes his contributions to justice, labor rights, independent journalism, and environmental advocacy. The Senate directs its Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Coffin’s family. This is a symbolic gesture with no policy changes or direct legal effect.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 26, 2026
Last action Mar 3, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 3, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
upper
Feb 26, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
8 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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