HR774: HR774 Lanier, Anthony M., II; commend

25 LC 112 3482 House Resolution 774 By: Representative Gilliard of the 162nd A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Anthony M. Lanier II; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Anthony M. Lanier II has distinguished himself as an exemplary professional2 football player, philanthropist, and advocate for youth and community development; and3 WHEREAS, a graduate of Alabama A&M University, Anthony M. Lanie r II began his4 professional football career in 2016 when he was signed as an u ndrafted free agent by the5 Washington Redskins; and6 WHEREAS, throughout his career, he played as a defensive end fo r several National7 Football League teams, including the Washington Redskins, Los Angeles Chargers, Kansas8 City Chiefs, and New Orleans Saints, before transitioning to the Canadian Football League9 (CFL); and10 WHEREAS, he signed with the Saskatchewan Roughriders on March 2 , 2021, continuing11 to demonstrate his exceptional athletic ability, earning recognition as a CFL Top Performer12 of the Week, and being named to the CFL All-Pro Team for Defense in 2022; and13 H. R. 774 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3482 WHEREAS, beyond his accomplishments on the field, he has served as a dedicated leader14 in his community through the Anthony M. Lanier II Foundation Inc., which hosts summer15 youth football camps and supports community-based initiatives to promote education, good16 health, character development, and social skills among young people; and17 WHEREAS, his unwavering commitment to empowering youth and givi ng back to his18 hometown of Savannah, Georgia, has earned him recognition as a Hometown Hero by19 WTOC News, Weather, and Sports; and20 WHEREAS, in honor of his achievements and service, July 1 was o fficially declared21 "Anthony M. Lanier II Day" in Savannah, Georgia, by former Mayor Eddie DeLoach, and22 he was further honored by receiving the Key to the City from Mayor Van Johnson III; and23 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkab le individual be24 appropriately honored during this special time.25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26 the members of this body recognize and commend Anthony M. Lanier II for his outstanding27 achievements in professional football and his dedicated efforts to uplift and support his28 community as well as extend best wishes for continued success.29 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized30 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to31 Anthony M. Lanier II.32 H. R. 774 - 2 -