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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR500: HR500 Kelley, Pharaoh; commend

Last action March 4, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Pharaoh Kelley, a real estate professional and author, for his community work and mentorship of young people.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Pharaoh Kelley, founder of Legendary Visions Realty, for helping people buy and sell homes in Georgia and for his personal story overcoming homelessness, described in his book Insurmountable Victory. The resolution highlights his organization, Legendary Vision, which works with students and young people to build self-esteem and help them become self-reliant adults. It praises his character and public service, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for Kelley as a keepsake.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Pharaoh Kelley for his public service and community work in Georgia.
  • Recognizes his work as founder of Legendary Visions Realty helping Georgians buy and sell homes.
  • Recognizes his book and his organization Legendary Vision, which mentors students and youth.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Kelley.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Pharaoh Kelley. It also references the students and youth served by his organization Legendary Vision and the clients of his real estate business, Legendary Visions Realty.

Why it matters

This is a symbolic honor with no legal effect or funding attached. Its practical impact is limited to public recognition of Kelley's community contributions and providing him an official House document commemorating that recognition.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Kelley's background, including founding Legendary Visions Realty and authoring the book Insurmountable Victory.
  • The resolved clause formally commends Kelley for public service to the State of Georgia and offers best wishes.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Kelley.

Status timeline

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

Sponsors

  • Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)Primary sponsor
  • Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
  • Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
  • Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
  • Park Cannon (D, HD-058)

Topics

  • commendation resolution
  • Georgia House of Representatives
  • community recognition
  • youth mentorship

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