HR609: HR609 Out The Trap Day at the state capitol; March 20, 2025; recognize

25 LC 112 3374 House Resolution 609 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, McQueen of the 61st, Cannon of the 58th, Alexander of the 66th, Gilliard of the 162nd, and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing March 20, 2025, as Out The Trap Day at the state ca pitol; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, Out The Trap Day is a transformative, community-driven initiative that3 empowers individuals seeking to overcome barriers and build a f uture of stability,4 opportunity, and personal growth; and5 WHEREAS, this day serves as an urgent call to action to mobiliz e resources, expand6 educational opportunities, and establish unwavering support systems that promote economic7 empowerment, rehabilitation, and personal development; and8 WHEREAS, Out The Trap Day embodies Georgia's steadfast commitment to harm reduction,9 criminal justice reform, economic development, and community-based solutions that uplift10 and protect the most vulnerable populations, including survivor s of human and drug11 trafficking; and12 WHEREAS, participation in Out The Trap Day fosters vital collab oration among local13 organizations, public officials, and community leaders to confr ont and dismantle the root14 H. R. 609 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3374 causes of economic and social injustice, particularly those that enable human trafficking and15 exploitation; and16 WHEREAS, the following individuals are to be honored during this year's Out The Trap Day17 for their steadfast commitment to uplifting individuals affecte d by systemic barriers:18 Anthony "Young Marley" Reed, Dr. Roz McCarthy, Big Bank, Big Gi pp, Chris Brown,19 Corey Lowe, Donnetta Wells, Dr. April Hang, Dr. Rasean Hodge, Evan Hall, Judson Hill,20 Kyle Brown, Micheal "Coach" Harris, Mychel "Snoop" Dilliard, Robert "Roo" McClendon,21 Scotty Smart, Shaleea "Lucki" Johnson, Shar Bates, Sunday Jones, and Terry Woodard; and22 WHEREAS, recognizing this day highlights the power of second chances, the necessity of23 rehabilitation, and the creation of tangible pathways to success for those striving to break free24 from cycles of harm, exploitation, and systemic oppression.25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26 the members of this body recognize March 20, 2025, as Out The T rap Day and encourage27 policymakers, community organizations, and the public to engage in and support initiatives28 that foster empowerment, justice, and systemic transformation.29 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized30 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to each31 individual named herein, the public, and the press.32 H. R. 609 - 2 -