HR840: HR840 Erwin, Laurie; outstanding dedication and accomplishments in golf, including her remarkable achievement of a hole-in-one and for her commitment to inspiring the next generation of leaders; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Laurie Erwin, described as a native of Homer, Georgia, for hitting a hole-in-one on June 29, 2024, at Chimney Oaks Golf Club using a pitching wedge on an 89 yard shot. Beyond the golf achievement, the resolution highlights her work mentoring young people through the House Page Program, where students serve and learn about the legislature. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Laurie Erwin. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition passed by the House.

• Formally recognizes and commends Laurie Erwin for her hole-in-one achievement on June 29, 2024.
• Commends her for mentoring youth through the House Page Program.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
• Contains no changes to Georgia statutes, funding, or penalties, as is typical for a commendatory resolution.

The resolution directly names and honors Laurie Erwin. It also references her husband, Chairman Chris Erwin, Representative of House District 32, and touches on participants in the House Page Program that she mentors.

This resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to formally recognizing Laurie Erwin's golf achievement and community mentoring work in the official record of the House.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Laurie Erwin's hole-in-one at Chimney Oaks Golf Club in Homer, Georgia, on June 29, 2024.
• The whereas clauses also describe her mentoring role in the House Page Program, which involves guiding young people interested in leadership.
• The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends her for her golf achievement and community contributions.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to her.

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

• Chris Erwin (R, HD-032)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• golf
• House Page Program
• Homer Georgia