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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR726: HR726 Jarrett, Grady; occasion of District 58 Day; recognize

Last action March 25, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett for his community work on the occasion of District 58 Day.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Grady Jarrett, an NFL defensive tackle for the Atlanta Falcons, in connection with District 58 Day, a community recognition event organized by GOAT Ave Inc. and The Corporate Influencer Academy. The resolution highlights Jarrett's on-field performance and his off-field community service, including his Grady Gives Foundation, which supports youth empowerment, education, and health and wellness programs. It notes his football camps, leadership programs, and advocacy for underserved communities. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Jarrett. It does not create any new law, funding, or requirement; it is a symbolic honor.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Grady Jarrett for his community impact on the occasion of District 58 Day.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Jarrett.
  • Does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirement, since it is a ceremonial resolution.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names Grady Jarrett, an NFL player, and references his Grady Gives Foundation and the organizers of District 58 Day, GOAT Ave Inc. and The Corporate Influencer Academy. It has no regulatory effect on the public.

Why it matters

The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it serves as a public, official statement from the Georgia House honoring an individual's community service and athletic career, similar to a formal certificate of recognition.

Key provisions

  • The resolution's whereas clauses describe District 58 Day and Grady Jarrett's football career and charitable work through the Grady Gives Foundation.
  • The resolved clause states that House members recognize and commend Jarrett for his impact on athletics, mentorship, and the community.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Jarrett.

Status timeline

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

Sponsors

  • Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)Primary sponsor
  • Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
  • Demetrius Douglas (D, HD-078)
  • James Burchett (R, HD-176)
  • Charles Martin (R, HD-049)
  • Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)

Topics

  • ceremonial resolution
  • community recognition
  • Atlanta Falcons
  • youth mentorship

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