HR674: HR674 Robinson, Reverend Dr. William Holmes; occasion of his 13th pastoral anniversary; recognize

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Reverend Dr. William Holmes Robinson on the occasion of his 13th anniversary leading The Olivet Church as pastor. It describes his work growing the church, including a capital campaign that led to a new Worship and Services Center dedicated in 2018, and his broader service as a chaplain for the Fulton and DeKalb County sheriff's offices and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Reverend Robinson and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Reverend Dr. William Holmes Robinson on his 13th pastoral anniversary at The Olivet Church.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Reverend Robinson.
• Extends the House's best wishes for his continued leadership and ministry, without creating any legal requirement or funding.

This resolution directly names and honors Reverend Dr. William Holmes Robinson, and references The Olivet Church, the Fulton and DeKalb County sheriff's offices, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., where he serves as chaplain.

The resolution carries symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than legal effect. It gives official state recognition to a local faith leader's decade-plus of service, which can be meaningful to his congregation and community but does not change any policy or funding.

• The whereas clauses recount Reverend Robinson's 13 years as pastor of The Olivet Church and the construction of a new Worship and Services Center dedicated on August 25, 2018.
• The resolved clause formally commends him and wishes him continued success in ministry.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide him a copy of the resolution.

1. 2025-03-20House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-20House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-20House Hopper (House)

• Debra Bazemore (D, HD-069)Primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
• Karen Bennett (D, HD-094)
• Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
• Derrick Jackson (D, HD-068)

• ceremonial resolution
• faith leaders
• Georgia House of Representatives
• community recognition