HR631: HR631 Gates, Adrienne; TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day; March 20, 2025; recognize

25 LC 129 0315 House Resolution 631 By: Representatives Cannon of the 58th, Bennett of the 94th, McQueen of the 61st, Bell of the 75th, and Berry of the 56th A RESOLUTION Commending Adrienne Gates and recognizing March 20, 2025, as TrailBlazing Women in1 Georgia Day; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day acknowledges the philanthropic, social,3 and cultural contributions of women in the state; and4 WHEREAS, Adrienne Gates has long been recognized for the vital role that she has played5 in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare o f the citizens of Georgia;6 and7 WHEREAS, Adrienne is the founder of P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta Inc., a nonprofit organization8 dedicated to empowering individuals, children, and families in underserved communities9 through essential resources, financial literacy, and health-focused initiatives; and10 WHEREAS, under her leadership, P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta Inc., has bec ome a critical hub for11 Metro-Atlanta, offering holistic support that meets people where they are; and12 H. R. 631 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0315 WHEREAS, beyond her work at P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta Inc., Adrienne s erves on multiple13 community advisory boards, using her lived experience to advoca te for policies and14 programs that drive real change; and15 WHEREAS, this distinguished gentlewoman has given inspiration to many through her high16 ideals, morals, and deep concern for her fellow citizens, and she possesses the vast wisdom17 which only comes through experience and the strength of charact er which is achieved18 through overcoming the many challenges of life; and19 WHEREAS, she is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for20 integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness ; and21 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstandi ng contributions of this22 individual be appropriately honored.23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24 the members of this body commend Adrienne Gates for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and25 dedicated public service to the State of Georgia; recognize Mar ch, 20, 2025, as as26 TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day; and extend the most sincere best wishes for continued27 health and happiness.28 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized29 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to30 Adrienne Gates.31 H. R. 631 - 2 -