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Honoring Our Public Safety Professionals

Cherokee County is home to the finest emergency medical, fire, police, and 911 services in Georgia. This exceptional level of public service begins with the strong leadership of Sheriff Frank Reynolds, the fire and police chiefs, and emergency dispatchers. Yet, the unwavering dedication of the brave men and women on the frontlines truly defines our community's strength. Having served as a first responder for over three decades, I have witnessed the sacrifice and commitment of these individuals firsthand, and I am deeply grateful for their selflessness in protecting the citizens of our district, state, and nation.

Thanks to their hard work, crime in Georgia has decreased following the spike seen in 2021-2022. In Cherokee County alone, Sheriff Reynolds' office served over 286,000 civilians last year. The sheriff along with our fire and police chiefs stand on the front lines with their teams every day to serve, protect, and respond to calls for help.

Since Cherokee County continues to grow and develop, public safety remains a significant focus. From addressing a statewide issue with criminal street gangs and extremists to responding to accidents and other threats, our first responders must have the training, tools, and support needed to handle any challenges they face.

As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Safety, I have consistently fought to empower first responders to do their jobs effectively while ensuring that those who break the law face appropriate consequences. Last year, I sponsored the Criminal Illegal Alien Act in the Senate, which brought much-needed clarity and accountability to our laws. Under this legislation, arrested individuals will have their immigration status reviewed, ensuring Georgia supports law enforcement and takes a firm stance against criminal activity.

It is heartbreaking to remember those we have lost, such as Laken Riley and Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez — lives that should have been saved if not for an unsecured border, as well as inaction from New York, to Athens, and Cornelia, Georgia. This cannot happen again.

The signing of the Criminal Illegal Alien Act was just the first step in addressing criminal illegal immigration. We must continue building on this progress to provide greater support for Georgia's public safety workers. I am confident that, in alignment with the incoming federal administration's stronger stance on illegal immigration, Georgia will enhance its efforts to assist first responders and further reduce crime rates.

The debt we owe to our first responders can never truly be repaid. The stress they endure, along with the sacrifices made by their families, is extraordinary. They deserve our utmost respect and deepest gratitude. I encourage everyone to take a moment to thank a first responder in your community. For those who wish to do more, consider supporting one of the many local charitable foundations in Cherokee County dedicated to aiding our public safety professionals.

Thanks to our public safety professionals, Georgia is the strong and safe state it is today. 

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