HR639: HR639 Gordon, Rebecca; TrailBlazing Women in Georgia; March 20, 2025; recognize
Last action March 18, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Rebecca Gordon and designates March 20, 2025 as TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day, recognizing her work in entertainment and philanthropy.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it commends Rebecca Gordon, described as a film producer, vegan chef, beverage company owner, and Chief Operating Officer of TSA Network, for her leadership and contributions to the arts and to Georgia. The resolution formally designates March 20, 2025 as TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day, a day meant to acknowledge the philanthropic, social, and cultural contributions of women in the state. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Rebecca Gordon as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Commends Rebecca Gordon by name for her public service and contributions to Georgia's arts and business community.
- Designates March 20, 2025 as TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day in the state of Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Rebecca Gordon.
- Creates no new laws, funding, penalties, or ongoing legal obligations for anyone.
Who it affects
The resolution names Rebecca Gordon specifically and touches the House Clerk's office, which must prepare and distribute a copy. It has no legal effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond this ceremonial gesture.
Why it matters
This resolution is symbolic rather than binding law. Its practical effect is limited to an official designation of a day and a printed keepsake for the honoree, offering public recognition rather than any change to rights, funding, or regulation in Georgia.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Rebecca Gordon's roles as a film producer, chef, beverage company owner, and COO of TSA Network.
- The resolving clause commends Gordon for her public service and formally recognizes March 20, 2025 as TrailBlazing Women in Georgia Day.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Gordon.
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
- Karen Bennett (D, HD-094)
- Yasmin Neal (D, HD-079)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Inga Willis (D, HD-055)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- women's recognition
- Georgia arts community
- House of Representatives honors