HR341: HR341 Whitfield, Monica; Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce 2024 Volunteer of the Year; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Monica Whitfield, who was named the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Volunteer of the Year. The text describes her volunteer work, including chairing the Youth Leadership Bartow committee, serving as a chamber ambassador, leading the Events sub-committee behind events like the Annual Cookout, and taking part in community initiatives such as Cartersville Dancing with the Stars, which benefits the Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter and Backpack Buddies. The resolution formally congratulates and commends her on behalf of the House and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a statement of recognition.

• Congratulates Monica Whitfield on being named the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Volunteer of the Year.
• Commends her for her volunteer service, including chairing the Youth Leadership Bartow committee and leading the chamber's Events sub-committee.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no legal or regulatory effect.

The resolution directly names Monica Whitfield, an honoree recognized by the Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce. It has no effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies since it carries no legal requirements.

This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law or residents generally; it serves only as a formal, public expression of appreciation from the House of Representatives for one individual's volunteer contributions to her local community.

• The whereas clauses describe Whitfield's volunteer roles, including chairing Youth Leadership Bartow and serving as a chamber ambassador and Events sub-committee head.
• The resolving clause has the House of Representatives congratulate and commend Whitfield and wish her continued success.
• A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Whitfield.

1. 2025-02-20House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-20House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-20House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor
• Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)

• community recognition
• Bartow County
• volunteerism
• House resolution