A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Mrs. Shakila Henderson-Baker for her dedicated service to the Newton County Board of Education and the Georgia School Boards Association; and for other purposes.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and commends Rochelle Wright for her public service to the City of Grayson. It directly affects Wright by honoring her role as the first Black woman elected to the Grayson City Council and her contributions as a community advocate and entrepreneur. The resolution expresses appreciation for her leadership, integrity, and dedication to improving her community and state. It directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy of the resolution to Wright for distribution.
A RESOLUTION commending and congratulating the Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival for its outstanding efforts to foster a long and steady friendship between the City of Conyers and country of Japan; and for other purposes.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. for his long-term service and leadership at the Christian Missionary Baptist Church. It highlights his nearly two decades of involvement in various church roles, including teaching, administration, and pastoral care, which have contributed to the church's growth and community impact. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Pastor Smith as a gesture of appreciation for his contributions.
This bill is a Senate resolution that formally commends Celeste H. Teal for her personal and professional accomplishments. The measure recognizes her background, education, and community service, highlighting her journey from childhood in Georgia to earning degrees in business administration and digital marketing. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Teal as a formal acknowledgment of her achievements. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official expression of appreciation from the Senate.
This bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of George Allen Whittenburg III, a young man who passed away on January 30, 2026. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences and formally recognizes his contributions as a University of Georgia student and community member. The resolution authorizes the House Clerk to provide a copy of the text to Whittenburg's family for their records. This measure does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to an individual's life.
This bill is a commendation resolution recognizing Jesse Hughen for his outstanding public service to the State of Georgia. It directly affects Jesse Hughen, a Paulding County employee who has worked as a plumbing technician and currently serves as a project manager. The resolution highlights his achievements, including remodeling a fire station and leading construction projects for the county health department. The House of Representatives formally acknowledges his dedication and leadership in public service.
A RESOLUTION honoring Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell for her distinguished public service, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to the citizens of Henry County and the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 7 of Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to regulation and construction of hospitals and other health care facilities, so as to provide for certain consumer financial assistance and protections with regard to medical debt arising from certain healthcare services received by patients at hospitals; to provide for an appeal of financial assistance eligibility or charity care determination; to provide for incorrect determination protections; to prohibit certain financing products; to provide for payment plans; to prohibit debt collection under certain circumstances; to provide for enforcement; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This bill is a resolution honoring the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr., a community member who passed away in 1999. It formally recognizes his contributions to family, faith, and community service, noting his roles in his church and fraternal organizations. The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' condolences and authorizes the Clerk to provide a copy to his family. This type of commemorative measure does not change laws or policies but serves to acknowledge an individual's legacy.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring Jack Johnson, a student at Cartersville High School, for being selected as the school's 2026 STAR Student. The resolution recognizes Johnson for achieving the highest score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test and ranking in the top 10 percent of his class, which are the requirements for the STAR Student designation. It also acknowledges Melissa Moore, an educator chosen by Johnson as the STAR Teacher for her support and guidance throughout his high school career. The resolution formally expresses appreciation for Johnson's academic accomplishments and directs the House Clerk to distribute a copy of the commendation to him.
This bill designates a specific section of State Route 81 in Newton County, Georgia, as the W.D. "Don" Ballard Memorial Highway to honor the legacy of William Donaldson "Don" Ballard. The legislation authorizes the Georgia Department of Transportation to install and maintain signs marking the dedication and directs the House Clerk to provide copies of the resolution to Ballard's family and the transportation department. Ballard is recognized for his service as a Navy veteran during World War II, his long career in public service including roles as a county attorney and state legislator, and his work as mayor of Oxford. The bill is a commemorative resolution that does not alter existing laws or policies but instead formally recognizes Ballard's contributions to his community and state through a memorial naming.
