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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR724: HR724 Historic Norcross Business Association; commend

Last action March 25, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution commends the Historic Norcross Business Association for its work supporting local businesses and community events in Norcross' Historic District.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the Historic Norcross Business Association (HNBA), a nonprofit organization formed in 2019 that represents local, family-owned businesses in Norcross' Historic District. The resolution describes the HNBA's work engaging with the Norcross City Council, the Downtown Development Authority, and city officials, as well as its role hosting free community events such as Irish Fest, Witches Night Out, and the Victorian Christmas Village. It formally recognizes and commends the group for its business advocacy and community engagement, and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to the association. The resolution does not change any Georgia law.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends the Historic Norcross Business Association for its work supporting businesses in Norcross' Historic District.
  • States the House's appreciation for the group's collaboration with the Norcross City Council and Downtown Development Authority.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to the association.
  • Extends the House's best wishes for the organization's continued success.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names the Historic Norcross Business Association and its member businesses in Norcross' Historic District. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.

Why it matters

This is a symbolic honor with no regulatory or funding impact. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition: the House formally acknowledges the association's community and business advocacy work and provides it a copy of the resolution for its records.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe the HNBA's founding in March 2019 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and its role representing Historic District businesses.
  • The whereas clauses note the HNBA's engagement with the Norcross City Council, Downtown Development Authority, and city officials.
  • The whereas clauses cite specific community events organized by the HNBA, including Irish Fest, Witches Night Out, and the Victorian Christmas Village.
  • The resolving clause formally commends the HNBA for its contributions and extends best wishes for continued success.
  • The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the HNBA.

Status timeline

  1. 2025-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2025-03-25House First Readers (House)
  3. 2025-03-25House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)Primary sponsor
  • Ruwa Romman (D, HD-097)
  • Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
  • Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
  • Marvin Lim (D, HD-098)
  • Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)

Topics

  • Norcross
  • local business advocacy
  • community organizations
  • commendation resolution

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