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HR765: HR765 Edward, Oluwasore; Rockdale County High School's Class of 2025 valedictorian; commend

Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Oluwasore Edward, valedictorian of Rockdale County High School's Class of 2025, for her academic achievements.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Oluwasore Edward, who was named valedictorian of Rockdale County High School's Class of 2025. The resolution lists her extracurricular involvement, including the beta club, color guard, national honor society, G.I.F.T.S, the national art honor society, and RCA ambassadors, and praises her academic record and dedication. The resolution does not change any Georgia law or create any new programs or funding. It simply states the House's commendation and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Oluwasore Edward.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Oluwasore Edward for being named valedictorian of Rockdale County High School's Class of 2025.
  • States the House's recognition of her academic record and participation in school organizations such as the beta club and national honor society.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Oluwasore Edward.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, serving only as a ceremonial statement by the chamber.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Oluwasore Edward, a Rockdale County High School student. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for her.

Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical impact is limited to publicly recognizing one student's achievement and providing her with an official House document commemorating that honor.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Oluwasore Edward's academic record and extracurricular activities at Rockdale County High School.
  • The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend her for her scholastic endeavors and wish her continued success.
  • The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to her.

Status timeline

  1. 2025-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2025-03-27House First Readers (House)
  3. 2025-03-27House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Angela Moore (D, HD-091)Primary sponsor
  • Rhonda Taylor (D, HD-092)
  • Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)

Topics

  • commendation resolution
  • Rockdale County
  • valedictorian
  • Georgia House of Representatives

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