HR526: HR526 Buie, Jerry Jerome; retirement; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Jerry Jerome Buie. It does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or spend state money. Instead, it formally recognizes Buie's 32 years working for Atlanta Public Schools as a custodian and site manager, praising his work ethic and commitment to a safe school environment. The resolution congratulates Buie on his retirement and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It is a symbolic honor rather than a binding policy change.

• Formally recognizes and commends Jerry Jerome Buie for his 32 years of service with Atlanta Public Schools.
• Congratulates Buie on his retirement and offers well wishes for his health and happiness.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Buie.

The resolution directly names and honors Jerry Jerome Buie, a retiring Atlanta Public Schools custodian and site manager. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the commemorative copy.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it gives Buie and his community formal public recognition from the state legislature for decades of work in Atlanta's public school system.

• The whereas clauses describe Buie's 32 years of service to Atlanta Public Schools as a custodian and site manager.
• The resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend Buie's public service and congratulate him on retirement.
• A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Buie.

1. 2025-03-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-06House Hopper (House)

• Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)Primary sponsor

• legislative commendation
• Atlanta Public Schools
• retirement recognition