HR21: HR21 Burnough, Representative Rhonda; 50th Anniversary as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; recognize

25 LC 112 2651 House Resolution 21 By: Representatives Davis of the 87th, Hugley of the 141st, Jones of the 60th, Jackson of the 165th, Cummings of the 39th, and others A RESOLUTION Honoring and celebrating Representative Rhonda Burnough on her 50th Anniversary as a1 member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Representative Rhonda Burnough, a distinguished member of the Georgia3 House of Representatives for District 77, has dedicated her life to public service, community4 advocacy, and education while serving as an exemplary member of D e l t a S i g m a T h e t a5 Sorority, Incorporated, for 50 years; and6 WHEREAS, Representative Burnough has faithfully represented the citizens of House7 District 77, which includes portions of Clayton County, since h er election in 2016 while8 advancing causes that benefit the community both before and during her legislative tenure;9 and10 WHEREAS, her career in public education has been marked by the creation and11 implementation of impactful programs such as the DAY ONE initiative, which promotes a12 positive start to the school year, and the Celebrity Reader program, where community leaders13 read to students, fostering literacy and engagement; and14 H. R. 21 - 1 - 25 LC 112 2651 WHEREAS, she has founded several community organizations, including 500 Men Standing15 in the GAP and 500 Women Standing in the GAP, encouraging paren tal and community16 involvement in the lives of children as well as further demonst rating her unwavering17 commitment to community development; and18 WHEREAS, Representative Burnough's contributions have been reco gnized through19 numerous prestigious honors, including the 2013 National Community and Service Award20 and the 2012 Gold Volunteer Service Award, both bestowed by President Barack Obama in21 recognition of her extraordinary public service; and22 WHEREAS, she has remained a committed and active member of the East Point/College23 Park Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, exemplifying the values24 of sisterhood, scholarship, and service for five decades; and25 WHEREAS, Representative Rhonda Burnough led a heartfelt campaign to establish Purple26 Heart Cities in Clayton County, recognizing the bravery and sac rifices of our military27 veterans who were wounded or killed in combat. This initiative is a powerful step toward28 showing gratitude to those who have given so much for our natio n. By designating Purple29 Heart Cities, we strengthen our community's commitment to honor ing our heroes and30 preserving their legacy; and31 WHEREAS, her legislative accomplishments, community leadership, and educational32 advocacy have left an indelible mark on her community and the State of Georgia, inspiring33 countless individuals through her tireless work and dedication to service.34 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that35 the members of this body do hereby recognize and honor Representative Rhonda Burnough36 H. R. 21 - 2 - 25 LC 112 2651 on the occasion of her 50th anniversary as a member of Delta Si gma Theta Sorority,37 Incorporated; commend her for her lifelong dedication to public service and community38 empowerment; and extend our heartfelt congratulations on this remarkable milestone.39 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized40 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to41 Representative Rhonda Burnough.42 H. R. 21 - 3 -