Rep. Karen Bennett

Maddy summaryThis House resolution (HR 647) commends Latoya Shambo for her leadership in Georgia's creator economy and her work founding Black Girl Digital, an agency connecting brands with creators. It designates March 20, 2025, as "TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day" to recognize women's contributions to the state's philanthropy, social, and cultural life. The resolution has no legal effect beyond the formal recognition and does not create new policies or funding.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It formally commends actress and community leader Cocoa Brown for her philanthropy and cultural contributions, and designates March 20, 2025, as "TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day" to honor women's civic and cultural impact in the state. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes; it is purely ceremonial recognition. It directly affects Cocoa Brown and serves as a public acknowledgment of her work with foundations supporting women's health and arts education.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Dora Din Whittley for her leadership and contributions to Georgia, recognizing her work as a brand strategist, business advisor, and advocate for economic empowerment. It designates March 20, 2025, as "TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day" to acknowledge women's philanthropic, social, and cultural contributions in the state. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding; it is purely ceremonial, commending Whittley and establishing a symbolic observance. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 18, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution, not a legislative bill with policy changes. It commends MiAsia Symone for her community work and designates March 20, 2025, as "TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day" to acknowledge women's contributions to Georgia's philanthropy, social, and cultural life. The resolution has no legal effect or funding provisions - it solely offers ceremonial recognition. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on March 18, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Janice Arnwine Bryant for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leader Award; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 542) is a ceremonial commendation passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Michele Riggs for her 20+ years of service at Wellstar Health System. It specifically recognizes her work as a lactation consultant, director of Women's Health Patient Education, and her leadership in initiatives like securing Baby Friendly Hospital Designation, expanding breastfeeding support programs, and developing maternal health resources. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it solely serves to formally commend Riggs upon her retirement. It directly affects only Michele Riggs, acknowledging her contributions to maternal and infant health in Georgia.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Brinca Y. McMickens for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 469) is a ceremonial recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a policy bill. It commends LaShonia Turner, a Dacula, Georgia business owner and community leader, for her work operating Posh a Mireille Salon (awarded "Best of Gwinnett" 2017-2021) and Scrum-did-dly-ump-tious restaurant, as well as her community initiatives like Posh Cares' Back to School drives. The resolution formally honors her entrepreneurial achievements and community service, extending well-wishes for her health and future success. It has no legal effect or impact on policy, as ceremonial resolutions do not create new laws or alter regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life of Khari Oramae Burns, a child who passed away in March 2024, and designates March 8, 2025, as "Infant Emergency Awareness Day." It expresses the House of Representatives' condolences to her family and recognizes her legacy through this designated day. The resolution does not create new policies or programs but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment. It directly affects the Burns family by formally commemorating their daughter and sister. The resolution was adopted by the House on March 3, 2025.

A RESOLUTION congratulating and commending Michelle Calvo for receiving the 2025 Yellow Rose Nikki T. Randall Servant Leadership Award; and for other purposes.