This bill designates March 19, 2026, as Golf Day in Georgia to honor the sport's significant economic impact on the state. It recognizes golf's role in generating billions in economic activity, supporting over 24,000 jobs, and hosting major events like the Masters Tournament and TOUR Championship. The resolution encourages citizens to participate in or watch golf and authorizes the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and media.
This bill is a commendation resolution that recognizes Atlanta International Fashion Week for its 19th anniversary. It directly affects the event organizers and stakeholders by formally acknowledging their contributions to arts, fashion, and community development in Atlanta. The resolution highlights specific aspects of the event, such as its 12 runway shows, celebrity events, and programs like Fashion Apprentice that provide youth mentorship. The bill authorizes the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the event's founder, the public, and the press. This is a ceremonial measure with no new funding or policy changes, serving only to honor the event's achievements.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally recognizes and commends Command Master Chief Mickey Jones on the occasion of his military retirement. It honors his decades of service in the U.S. Navy, including his role as Command Master Chief of Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Pacific and assignments aboard multiple ships. The resolution acknowledges his various training achievements and military decorations, and directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to him.
This bill is a commendation resolution honoring Monique Wilson, a breast cancer survivor and advocacy leader. It formally recognizes her work as a cancer care coordinator, wellness coach, and national advocate for cancer survivors. The resolution expresses appreciation for her resilience and service to the cancer survivor community, including her advocacy efforts and mentorship roles. It directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Monique Wilson.
This bill designates March 17, 2026, as Bayard Rustin Day to honor the civil rights leader's contributions to the movement. It recognizes Rustin's role as an advisor to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., organizer of the 1963 March on Washington, and advocate for nonviolent resistance. The resolution directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the document to the public and press. This is a commemorative measure rather than a law with regulatory or enforcement provisions.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Terrell Academy Lady Eagles basketball team for winning the 2026 GIAA AAA Basketball State Championship; and for other purposes.
This bill establishes a House Study Committee on Veteran Teacher Compensation to examine how to better reward and retain experienced teachers in Georgia. The committee, consisting of six House members appointed by the Speaker, will investigate why veteran educators often receive no additional salary increases after 21 years of service and how this affects teacher retention during the state's ongoing staffing shortage. The group will study the issue and submit recommendations for potential legislation before being dissolved on December 1, 2026, with its work funded through existing House appropriations.
This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes and commends Pastor Raymond Cochran on the occasion of his retirement. It honors his 54 years of service as a pastor across multiple churches in Alabama and Georgia, as well as his community leadership and civic contributions. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to Pastor Cochran as a gesture of appreciation. This is a ceremonial measure with no impact on laws, funding, or government operations.
This resolution designates October 5-9, 2026, as Georgia Pre-K Week to recognize the state's early childhood education program. It directly affects Georgia Pre-K programs, educators, and families by formally acknowledging the program's achievements and encouraging community participation. The bill highlights the program's history, current reach serving over 70,000 children, and recent improvements while thanking staff and promoting support for early education. It does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a commemorative recognition of existing efforts.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally congratulates Tyler and Jessica Eck on the birth of their daughter, Fallon Georgeanna Eck. It recognizes the newborn's arrival on July 1, 2025, and acknowledges the parents as outstanding citizens of Georgia. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the family as a keepsake. This type of legislation does not create new laws or policies but serves as an official record of celebration within the legislative body.
This bill designates March 16, 2026, as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Day on the Hill to honor the organization's history and contributions. It directly affects members of the House of Representatives and the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. by formally recognizing the sorority's founding in 1922 and its mission of community service, leadership development, and sisterhood. The resolution requires the House Clerk to provide a copy of the document to the sorority for distribution. This is a commemorative measure that does not change laws or allocate funding but serves to acknowledge the group's legacy.
This bill is a recognition resolution that formally commends Gwinnett County Public Schools, Georgia's largest school district, for its work serving nearly 180,000 students. The resolution acknowledges the district's commitment to academic excellence, diversity, and student-centered education, and specifically honors the upcoming Capitol Day event scheduled for March 25, 2026. It does not change any laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge the district's contributions and encourage civic engagement among students and community members.
