HR743: HR743 State Government Affairs Council; 50th anniversary; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) as it marks 50 years since its founding. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it simply states the House's recognition of the organization's history and work. The text describes SGAC's mission of supporting government affairs professionals, fostering communication between public and private sectors, mentoring newer professionals, and promoting collaboration between policymakers and stakeholders. The resolution formally commends SGAC for its 50 years of service, encourages continued support for its mission, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.

• Formally recognizes and commends the State Government Affairs Council for 50 years of service in the government affairs field.
• Encourages continued support for SGAC's mission of advocacy, transparency, and good governance.
• Extends congratulations to SGAC and its members on the 50th anniversary milestone.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to SGAC.

The resolution directly names the State Government Affairs Council and its members, a group of government affairs professionals. It has no binding effect on the general public, agencies, or other organizations.

This resolution is symbolic and carries no legal or financial consequences. Its main real-world effect is a formal, on-the-record statement of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives toward the organization it names.

• The preamble (whereas clauses) describes SGAC's founding 50 years ago and its mission to support state government affairs professionals.
• The first resolving clause formally commends SGAC for its 50 years of service and contributions to state and local government relationships.
• The second resolving clause encourages continued support for SGAC's mission and commends its members' advocacy work.
• The third resolving clause extends congratulations to SGAC on the anniversary milestone.
• The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to SGAC.

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

• Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)Primary sponsor
• Jan Jones (R, HD-047)
• Houston Gaines (R, HD-120)

• ceremonial resolution
• government affairs
• state government
• professional organizations