HR497: HR497 Peters, Winston "Gypsy"; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Winston "Gypsy" Peters, a calypso musician from Trinidad and Tobago, for his contributions to music and public service. It recounts his career as a Calypso Monarch, his famous songs, and awards such as the Chaconia Medal Silver, along with his record of winning national Extempo competitions. The resolution also notes his government service, including past roles as a government minister and his current position as Chairman of Trinidad and Tobago's National Carnival Commission. The House resolves to recognize and commend his cultural and musical contributions and wish him continued health and happiness, and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally recognizes and commends Winston "Gypsy" Peters for his musical career and public service in Trinidad and Tobago.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Peters.
• Extends best wishes for his continued health and happiness on behalf of House members.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change since it is a commendatory resolution.

This resolution directly names only Winston "Gypsy" Peters, a musician and former government official from Trinidad and Tobago. It has no regulatory effect on Georgia residents, businesses, or agencies.

The resolution is a ceremonial gesture rather than a change to Georgia law or policy. Its practical effect is limited to the Georgia House of Representatives officially honoring an individual and providing him a printed copy of the recognition.

• The resolution's whereas clauses detail Peters' career as a calypso artist, including his hit songs and his 1988 Chaconia Medal Silver award.
• It notes his record of winning the National Extempo Finals 14 times and his past government roles, including Minister of Community Development and Minister of Arts and Multiculturalism.
• The resolved clause commends his cultural and musical contributions and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Peters.

1. 2025-03-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-04House Hopper (House)

• Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)Primary sponsor
• Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
• Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)

• ceremonial resolution
• calypso music
• Trinidad and Tobago
• cultural recognition