HR278: HR278 Mazzone, Leo; induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Leo Mazzone, who served as the Atlanta Braves' pitching coach from 1990 to 2005. The resolution recounts his career achievements, including mentoring Hall of Fame pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz, and helping the Braves win 14 consecutive division titles and the 1995 World Series. The resolution formally congratulates Mazzone on his selection for the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame's Class of 2025, with the induction ceremony scheduled for February 21 and 22, 2025, in Macon, Georgia. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Mazzone. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal expression of recognition and good wishes.

• Formally congratulates Leo Mazzone on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame's Class of 2025.
• Recites his record as the Atlanta Braves' pitching coach from 1990 to 2005, including 14 consecutive division titles and the 1995 World Series championship.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Leo Mazzone.
• Extends the House's best wishes for Mazzone's future health and happiness.

This resolution directly names Leo Mazzone, the former Atlanta Braves pitching coach being honored. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for him.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to marking Mazzone's achievement in Georgia's official legislative record and providing him a formal keepsake from the House.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Mazzone's induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, with the ceremony set for February 21 and 22, 2025, in Macon, Georgia.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives congratulate Mazzone on his induction and wish him future health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available to Mazzone.

1. 2025-02-18House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-18House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-18House Hopper (House)

• Alan Powell (R, HD-033)Primary sponsor
• Steve Tarvin (R, HD-002)
• Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
• James Hatchett (R, HD-155)
• Katie Dempsey (R, HD-013)
• Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)

• Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
• Atlanta Braves
• Leo Mazzone
• legislative honors