HR738: HR738 Milliken, Paul; Feature Reporter for Fox 5's WAGA-TV's Good Day Atlanta; outstanding contributions to journalism and the Atlanta community; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Paul Milliken, a feature reporter for Fox 5's WAGA-TV show Good Day Atlanta. It does not change any law. Instead, it lists his professional accomplishments, including his work as an Emmy Award winning meteorologist, published author, public speaker, and licensed drone pilot, and praises his storytelling about Atlanta's culture and people. The resolution formally states that the House recognizes and commends Milliken for his work in journalism and wishes him continued success. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send an official copy of the resolution to him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Paul Milliken for his contributions to journalism and to the Atlanta community.
• States the House's best wishes for his continued success in his career.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an official copy of the resolution to Paul Milliken.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulation; it is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change.

The resolution directly names Paul Milliken, a Fox 5 WAGA-TV feature reporter, as the person honored. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with delivering the resolution to him.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a formal, symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing an individual's career achievements on the record of the Georgia House of Representatives.

• The whereas clauses describe Milliken's career as a Fox 5 feature reporter and Emmy Award winning meteorologist, and his skills in writing, video, photography, editing, and graphics.
• The resolved clause formally commends Milliken for his contributions to journalism and his coverage of Atlanta stories.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send Milliken an official copy of the resolution.

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• Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)Primary sponsor
• Derrick Jackson (D, HD-068)
• Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)
• Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)

• commendation resolution
• journalism
• Atlanta media
• Fox 5 WAGA-TV