HR457: HR457 Jamil, Kito; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Kito Jamil, president of the organization New Era Atlanta, for his community work in the metro Atlanta area. The resolution describes programs he has led, including the Youth Aviation Program, the Black Girls Have Tea Parties Too events, and the Mental Wealth initiative, which focuses on mental health awareness. The House formally commends Jamil for his contributions and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Kito Jamil, President of New Era Atlanta, for his community leadership work.
• Cites specific programs he leads, including the Youth Aviation Program and the Black Girls Have Tea Parties Too events for girls aged 6 to 18.
• Highlights the Mental Wealth initiative as an effort to reduce stigma around mental health in the community.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Kito Jamil.
• Extends the House's best wishes to Jamil for continued success, with no changes to Georgia law or funding involved.

This resolution directly names Kito Jamil and his organization, New Era Atlanta. It has no legal effect on any other group of Georgians; it is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change.

The resolution carries no legal weight and changes no Georgia law, but it is an official public statement by the House of Representatives recognizing a named individual's community work, which becomes part of the legislative record.

• The whereas clauses describe Kito Jamil's role as President of New Era Atlanta and his community initiatives, including youth programs and mental health outreach.
• The resolving clause formally commends Jamil for his contributions to Atlanta and Georgia communities.
• A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Jamil.

1. 2025-02-28House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-28House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-28House Hopper (House)

• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)Primary sponsor

• community recognition
• youth programs
• mental health awareness
• Atlanta