The Hall of Fame pitcher was honored by Beach, GDOT and other senators who co-sponsored the bill at the Oak Steakhouse at Avalon in Alpharetta last week.

"(Smoltz's) many career accomplishments, on and off the field, as well as exceptional dedication to his family and the community are a testament to him and are the reason we are all standing in this room tonight," said Beach, R- Alpharetta, who is also the CEO and President of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. "He is so deserving and I couldn't be happier for him."