This resolution (HR 585) is a ceremonial honor recognizing the nonprofit organization "Boy With a Ball" for its work in youth development and community engagement. It commends the organization for founding in 2001, launching over 50,000 youth initiatives, and fostering global volunteer efforts across multiple countries. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses the House’s appreciation and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to the organization. It directly affects only "Boy With a Ball," not the public or government programs.
This resolution honors Elizabeth Cail Newsome Hammons, a Greensboro, Georgia community development leader who served over 18 years as main street manager and community development director. It recognizes her work revitalizing rural communities, securing millions in grant funding (including Community Development Block Grants and historic preservation projects), and managing city planning initiatives. The resolution expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences following her passing on August 29, 2024, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to her family. As a commemorative measure, it has no policy impact or affected parties beyond symbolic recognition.
This resolution recognizes April 14, 2025, as Cherokee County 911 Foundation Day to honor the foundation's work supporting Cherokee County's 911 emergency dispatch center. It commemorates the foundation's launch date (April 14, 2024) and acknowledges its role as Georgia's only 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused solely on 911 operations. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic, with no new funding, regulations, or program changes. It does not directly affect any individuals or entities beyond acknowledging the foundation's efforts.
A RESOLUTION commending the Sport Fish Restoration Program as part of the American System of Conservation Funding upon its 75th anniversary; and for other purposes.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 588), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Reverend Valerie A. Thompson for completing 20 years as pastor of Revelation Missionary Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. The resolution highlights her role as the only female senior pastor in her denomination's Columbus area, her leadership on Baptist convention boards, and her community service. It contains no policy changes, funding, or legal obligations - it simply expresses the House of Representatives' recognition of her pastoral anniversary through a formal statement.
A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Maritza Morelli for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend an Act creating the Albany-Dougherty Inner City Authority, approved March 30, (Ga. L. 1977, p. 4220), as amended, particularly by an Act approved May 4, 2017 (Ga. L. 2017, p. 3954), so as to restate the law governing the authority; provide a short title; to provide definitions; to provide for the existence and membership of the authority; to provide for officers; to provide for conflicts of interest; to provide for powers of the authority; to provide for revenue bonds; to provide for rules, regulations, and other procedures; to provide for immunity; to provide for tax exemptions; to provide that authority property is not subject to levy and sale; to provide for the Act's effect on other governments; to provide for earnings and dissolution; to provide for construction; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
This House resolution formally honors the 85 Community Development Corporation (85CDC) and its Executive Director, Frank Lee, for their work serving immigrant communities in northeast Atlanta. It recognizes 85CDC’s 2022 founding, its provision of culturally responsive services (including ESOL classes, legal navigation, and small business assistance), and its 2024 impact on 516 clients in Gwinnett County. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but expresses legislative support through a formal commendation. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 11, 2025.
This resolution formally commends Savannah Feed the Hungry for its work providing meals and support services. It recognizes the organization’s 15+ years of service, including distributing over 1.5 million meals, serving 50,000+ people annually through holiday programs, and operating the Empowerment Center - which has assisted over 244 individuals in transitioning to homeownership and offering educational programs. The resolution has no policy impact or funding changes; it is a symbolic gesture of recognition by the Georgia Senate. It was adopted by the Senate on March 11, 2025.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Steward Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on the occasion of its 160th anniversary; and for other purposes.
This is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. It commends Margaret "Marjy" Stagmeier for her work in affordable housing and community development. The resolution highlights her role as a founding partner of TriStar (a real estate firm), her leadership in revitalizing apartment communities near schools, and her work with nonprofits like Star-C and HouseATL. The House of Representatives adopted the resolution on March 11, 2025, to honor her contributions to improving housing and opportunities for low-income families. It does not create any new laws or affect any policies.
A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Tina Thames for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leader Award; and for other purposes.
