Aten, Judge Phinia; distinguish service and judicial leadership; commend
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 1435), not a policy bill. It formally commends Judge Phinia Aten for her service as Chief Judge of Rockdale County's Magistrate Court and her leadership in the Rockdale Judicial Circuit. The resolution recognizes her historic role as the first African American woman judge in her circuit, her community engagement efforts, and her work on programs that reduced recidivism. It has no policy impact or legal effect - it solely serves to honor her contributions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 20, 2026
Last action Feb 20, 2026
Floor votes
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 20, 2026
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Feb 20, 2026
Introduced
House Hopper
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4 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Angela Moore
DDemocratic
P
Carolyn Hugley
DDemocratic
P
Doreen Carter
DDemocratic
P
Rhonda Taylor
DDemocratic
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