[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H228]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING SONNY MORRIS ON HIS RETIREMENT

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sonny 
Morris, a dedicated public servant who is retiring after 40 years on 
the Winder City Council.
  First elected in 1985 and taking office in January of 1986, 
Councilman Morris has spent four decades serving the people of Winder, 
Georgia, with consistency, humility, and a deep commitment to his 
community.
  Through periods of growth and change, he has remained a steady voice 
for residents and a trusted leader in local government. Councilman 
Morris has approached public service with a clear focus on doing what 
is right for his city.
  His long tenure reflects not only the confidence placed in him by 
voters but also his willingness to listen, to collaborate, and to show 
up year after year for the people he represents.
  Serving as grand marshal of the 2025 Winder Christmas Parade was a 
fitting way for the community to say thank you. I was honored to 
participate in that parade and to meet Mr. Morris.
  Winder is stronger because of Sonny Morris, and his legacy of service 
will be felt for years to come.

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