A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Mallory Minor for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.
This resolution formally recognizes Dondria Nicole for her work as a singer, actress, and advocate for mental health awareness and youth mentorship. It commemorates her contributions on District 58 Day, a community initiative celebrating local leaders in the arts and advocacy. The House of Representatives resolves to commend her efforts and send her a copy of the resolution. This is a ceremonial recognition with no policy or funding impact.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 737) commending Marvin F. Billups Jr. for his 21-year service with DeKalb County, Georgia's Parks and Recreation Department, including roles as deputy director and interim director. It recognizes his leadership in managing services for over 700,000 residents, developing department programs, securing grants, and contributing nationally through organizations like the National Recreation and Park Association. The resolution formally expresses the House's recognition of his "efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service" and extends best wishes to him. It does not create any new laws or policies.
This bill is a ceremonial resolution (HR 746) recognizing Corey Dennard, known professionally as Mr. Hanky, a music producer, on District 58 Day. It formally commends him for his achievements in creating chart-topping music, mentoring emerging artists, and supporting community initiatives focused on youth development and entrepreneurship. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply expresses the House of Representatives' formal recognition and best wishes for his continued success. It was adopted by the House on March 25, 2025.
This is a Georgia House resolution (HR 729) expressing condolences for the passing of Kaspyen Rhys Tidwell-Krantz, a young child born in Warner Robins on August 15, 2024. The resolution honors his life and memory, acknowledging his parents, grandparents, extended family, and community, and formally expresses the House's "deepest and most sincere regret" at his passing. It has no policy provisions or impact on laws - only serves as a ceremonial tribute to the family. The resolution was adopted by the Georgia House on March 25, 2025.
This Senate resolution formally recognizes the Leadership Gwinnett Class of 2025 for their civic leadership development. It commends the 34 participants (including community leaders and elected officials) for their engagement in Gwinnett County's leadership program, which focuses on community issues like infrastructure, education, and government. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, extending best wishes for their future community contributions without altering laws or funding.
HR 717 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Maureen Patton for her 28 years of service at Kennesaw State University, specifically acknowledging her role as director of presidential events and her coordination of major university events. The resolution commends her retirement in May 2025 and highlights her contributions to campus ceremonies, community partnerships, and support for multiple university presidents. As a purely symbolic resolution with no policy changes or affected parties beyond the recognition itself, it does not alter any laws or regulations.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Chickamauga independent school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the current year assessed value of a homestead exceeds the base year assessed value of such homestead; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This resolution (HR 728) formally recognizes Jackson Hogsed, a student-athlete at Lambert High School, for winning the 2024 GHSA Class 6A Boys Individual Cross Country State Championship. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it is purely ceremonial. The resolution honors Hogsed's athletic achievement and dedication, as acknowledged by the Georgia House of Representatives. The House directed the Clerk to provide Hogsed with a copy of this resolution.
This resolution formally honors Laura Ray, a fifth-grade teacher from Berrien County who was named Berrien County Teacher of the Year and selected as a top ten finalist for Georgia Teacher of the Year for 2026. It does not create new laws or policies, but instead expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of her teaching achievements and dedication to students. The resolution is purely ceremonial, with no direct impact on education funding, regulations, or any specific group beyond the individual commendation. The House adopted it on March 25, 2025, and will provide a copy to Ms. Ray.
This resolution formally designates Incheon, South Korea, as Georgia's sister city-state. It recognizes Incheon's status as a major port city, home to Incheon International Airport, and its global trade and cultural engagement efforts. The bill creates no new laws or funding but symbolically strengthens official ties between Georgia and Incheon through a formal resolution. It directly affects Georgia's diplomatic relationships, acknowledging Incheon's role in international commerce and its existing network of 39 sister cities worldwide.
This resolution (HR 715) formally recognizes and commends Alvin J. Copeland for his 47-year career in Georgia education and athletics. It highlights his work as a teacher, coach, and mentor at Hubbard High School and Northeast High School, including leading teams to multiple state championships and regional titles. The resolution specifically honors his contributions to student-athletes and his induction into several halls of fame. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact and serves solely to publicly acknowledge his service.
