Georgia CommonsSR426: SR426 AverySunshine; congratulate
Last action March 21, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution congratulates recording artist AverySunshine, an Atlanta based singer, for winning Best Progressive R&B Album, honoring her music career and ties to the state.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes AverySunshine, whose real name is Denise Nicole White, for winning Best Progressive R&B Album for her record So Glad to Know You, which was both her first nomination and win in that category. The resolution recounts her biography, including her early piano and music studies, her time at Spelman College in Atlanta, her work as a church music minister, and her career touring and collaborating with well known musicians. The Senate formally congratulates her and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates AverySunshine, on behalf of the Georgia Senate, for winning Best Progressive R&B Album.
- Recites her biography and musical career, including her education at Spelman College in Atlanta and her performing history.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to AverySunshine.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes for her continued success but creates no legal requirements or funding.
Who it affects
The resolution names AverySunshine (Denise Nicole White) directly and involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who must prepare a ceremonial copy of the document for her.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal effect and changes no Georgia law; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world consequence is that AverySunshine receives an official commendation from the Georgia Senate recognizing her award and career.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe AverySunshine's musical career, education at Spelman College, and her award for Best Progressive R&B Album.
- The resolved clause has the Senate congratulate her and wish her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to her.
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
- Brandon Beach (R, SD-021)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- music honors
- Atlanta artists
- ceremonial recognition