HR 988 is a commemorative resolution recognizing The Savannah Tribune, a newspaper founded in 1875 by African American leaders that has operated continuously for 150 years (with brief pauses). The resolution celebrates its historical role as one of the first African American-owned newspapers in the U.S., highlighting its coverage of civil rights issues and community advocacy during segregation and Jim Crow eras. It formally commends the Tribune's legacy of uplifting African Americans through journalism and directs the House Clerk to share the resolution with its publisher, Shirley Barber James. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy or legal effect.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 955) honoring hip-hop artist T.I. (Clifford Harris Jr.) for his cultural contributions to Atlanta's Bankhead neighborhood, the city's music scene, and global hip-hop culture. It recognizes his role in popularizing Southern rap through albums like *Trap Muzik*, founding Grand Hustle Records, and his community advocacy via initiatives like the "I'm Me" foundation. The resolution has no legal effect - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Georgia House's acknowledgment of his influence on music, entrepreneurship, and social justice efforts. No policy changes or direct impacts on constituents are created by this resolution.
This resolution commends Jayla Rich, a student at Chattooga County High School, for being named the school's 2025 STAR Student - a recognition given to the top academic achiever (highest SAT score and top 10% of class). It also acknowledges her selection of teacher Stephanie Ratliff as the school's 2025 STAR Teacher. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' support for her academic accomplishments and wishes her continued success. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or affect policy.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 967) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize Wanda Whitten as the 2025 recipient of the Board of Governors Award. It commends her decades of community service, including roles at AdventHealth Redmond, leadership in dietetic associations, and extensive volunteer work with organizations like the Exchange Club and Coosa Valley Fair. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply honors her contributions through a formal House commendation. The bill was unanimously adopted by the House on April 4, 2025.
HR 960 is a commemorative resolution honoring Nancy Nell Spires Tarlano. It formally recognizes her pioneering achievements as one of the first women to earn a chemistry degree from the University of Dayton, her co-authorship on influential rare earth metal research, her career as a chemistry/math educator, and her family contributions. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives. It will be presented to Ms. Tarlano as a formal gesture of recognition for her lifelong impact in science and education.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 972) recognizing Stephanie Dean as the 2025 "Heart of the Community Awards" honoree. It commends her work as Co-Founder/CEO of Mike Dean Athletics (MDA), her prior role as Assistant Principal at Rome City Schools, and her extensive community volunteerism with organizations like Hospitality House, Boys and Girls Club, and MDA's scholarship programs. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers formal recognition through a House of Representatives resolution. It was adopted by the House on April 4, 2025.
A RESOLUTION honoring King B of On Deck Records and The Shop Boyz in Recognition of 404 Day and the Cultural Legacy of Bankhead; and for other purposes.
This resolution (HR 978) is a ceremonial commendation for Sara Grace Abernathy, a Model High School student recognized as the 2025 STAR Student. It honors her academic achievement - specifically, scoring highest on the SAT and ranking in the top 10% of her class - and acknowledges her selection of teacher, Rachel Jones, as the 2025 STAR Teacher. The resolution has no policy impact or binding provisions; it simply expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of her accomplishments. As a commemorative resolution, it does not affect any laws, programs, or individuals beyond this symbolic honor.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 512) recognizing Juneteenth Atlanta's 13th Annual Parade & Music Festival scheduled for June 14-15, 2025. The resolution acknowledges the event's growth into a major Juneteenth celebration featuring cultural programming, community reunions, and themes like "Reparations Over Everything," and highlights its historical significance, including a 2024 White House invitation. It does not create new policies or affect any specific group beyond expressing the Senate's commendation. The resolution serves purely as a formal acknowledgment of Juneteenth Atlanta's contributions to cultural awareness and community unity.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Polk County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in the amount of the greater of 50 percent or $60,000.00 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that school district who are 65 years of age or older, in the amount of the greater of 75 percent or $80,000.00 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that school district who are 70 years of age or older, and in the amount of the full assessed value of the homestead for residents of that school district who are 77 years of age or older, all with a temporary cap on the annual aggregate exemption amount; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
SR 531 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Freedom, the live bald eagle mascot of Georgia Southern University. The resolution recognizes Freedom - a rescued male Southern bald eagle with a permanent beak injury - who served as the university's mascot since 2004, inspiring thousands through sporting events, educational programs, and community appearances. It commemorates his role in promoting wildlife conservation and university spirit, following his passing on March 29, 2025. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution has no policy impact and directs the Senate Secretary to provide a copy to Georgia Southern University.
A RESOLUTION congratulating Mario Lemons Jr. for winning the 2024-2025 GHSA Class A Division I Boys State Basketball Championship; and for other purposes.
