A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-86 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to special license plates promoting or supporting certain worthy agencies, funds, or nonprofit corporations with proceeds disbursed to the general fund and the agency, fund, or nonprofit corporation, so as to establish a specialty license plate honoring Southern University Alumni; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION commending the 2025 Watermelon Capital Queens, Miss Georgia Commodity Queens, and Miss Georgia Sweet Potato Queens; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION congratulating the Northeast High School Raiders football team for participating in the 2024 GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship; and for other purposes.
This is a non-binding House resolution (HR 490) commending the nonprofit organization World Coming Together To Make A Difference (WOCOTOMADI). It recognizes WOCOTOMADI's work since 2011, including health education on hypertension in Cameroon and Cameroonian communities, providing medical screenings and supplies, and promoting African cultural programs in the U.S. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely honors the organization's community efforts.
This resolution honors Dr. William Nettles Wessinger following his death in February 2025, recognizing his military service as a U.S. Army Flight Surgeon, his 23-year medical career in Savannah (including roles at Orthopedic Associates and Memorial Health), and his community contributions. It expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to his family and commemorates his legacy as a respected surgeon and community member. The bill has no policy provisions or direct impact on laws or constituents - it is purely a ceremonial tribute.
This resolution commends Georgia's Laotian American community for their contributions to the state's cultural and economic life, including their establishment of businesses and cultural centers in cities like Atlanta and Macon. It formally honors the Airavata flag - a white three-headed elephant on red - as a symbol of the community's heritage, representing the historical Kingdom of Lan Xang and their resilience. As a ceremonial resolution (not a law), it has no legal effect but serves to recognize the community's history, including their role during the Vietnam War and their refugee resettlement in Georgia. The bill does not create new policies or obligations.
This resolution (SR 333) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for Karl Webster Barnes, recognizing his decades of work in Atlanta's community development and historic preservation. It specifically highlights his roles on zoning boards, leading the West End Historic District expansion, securing federal grants for neighborhood revitalization near Morehouse College, and chairing the Georgia African American Historic Preservation Network. The resolution formally honors his contributions to preserving historic neighborhoods and fostering economic growth in underserved areas. It has no policy impact beyond expressing the Senate's appreciation and will be presented to Barnes as a ceremonial gesture.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize Dr. Contessa Metcalfe. It commends her for her work as a triple-board-certified physician, U.S. Navy veteran (flight surgeon), entrepreneur (owner of HauteDoc and Chastain Integrative Medicine), and advocate for diabetes awareness, criminal justice reform, and health equity. The resolution specifically highlights her service to Georgia citizens and her community work, particularly with veterans and marginalized groups. It has no policy impact or legal effect - it is purely an expression of appreciation.
This resolution (HR 501) is a ceremonial honor recognizing John Reyes Martinez, a second-grader from Norcross Elementary School. It commends him for being the youngest student in 15 years to represent his school at the Capitol Art Exhibit with his oil pastel self-portrait, while noting his family, pets, and interests in art, soccer, math, and science. The House of Representatives formally resolves to honor his achievements and extend best wishes, with the Clerk distributing a copy to the student. As a non-binding resolution, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or constituents.
HR 509 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L. Cotten for her 21-year service in the U.S. Army (retiring as a Non-Commissioned Officer in 2001) and her community leadership. It formally commends her work as a founder of military sororities, her roles in the National Association of Black Military Women, her service at Shiloh Baptist Church, and her professional contributions as a realtor and instructor. The resolution has no policy or financial impact - it simply honors her service through a formal House of Representatives statement. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 4, 2025.
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the Georgia Forestry Commission for serving the State of Georgia as an emergency response agency; the Worth County Unit on being named the 2024 Unit of the Year for Service; the Fannin/Towns/Union Unit on being named the 2024 Unit of the Year for Community Engagement; Clark Rountree for being named 2024 Wildland Firefighter of the Year; and Kevin Lee for being named 2024 Forester of the Year; and for other purposes.
This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 500), not a law. It formally recognizes and commends Pharaoh Kelley, a Georgia real estate founder and community leader, for his work through his organization "Legendary Vision" which supports students and youth. The resolution highlights his personal journey from homelessness, his book "Insurmountable Victory," and his efforts to inspire students and build self-reliance. It has no binding effect or policy changes; it simply expresses the Georgia House's appreciation for his community service.
