HR187: HR187 Neal, Reverend Corey J.; occasion of his 17th pastoral anniversary; recognize

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Reverend Corey J. Neal on the 17th anniversary of his pastorate at Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. It recounts his path to ministry, his prior roles at the church under his grandfather's leadership, and programs he created on health, finances, and employment for the church and community. The resolution also notes his roles with the General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia and several civic and fraternal organizations. It closes by directing the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Reverend Neal. The document does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends Reverend Corey J. Neal on his 17th anniversary as pastor of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Reverend Neal.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial honor adopted by the House.

The resolution directly names and honors Reverend Corey J. Neal and, by extension, the congregation of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. It has no legal effect on any other individuals, businesses, or agencies.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter anyone's rights, obligations, or funding. Its practical effect is limited to a formal House record and a printed copy given to Reverend Neal recognizing his community and religious service.

• The whereas clauses recount Reverend Neal's call to ministry, his prior church roles, and community programs he established on health, finances, and employment.
• The first resolving clause formally commends Reverend Neal on his 17th pastoral anniversary and wishes him continued success.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Reverend Neal.

1. 2025-02-05House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-05House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-05House Hopper (House)

• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)Primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
• Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
• Carmen Rice (R, HD-139)
• Vance Smith (R, HD-138)

• ceremonial resolution
• Columbus Georgia
• faith community recognition