HR841: HR841 Black, Charles; outstanding contributions to civil rights, education and community service; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it recognizes Charles Black, a native of Miami who attended Morehouse College and took part in the Civil Rights Movement, including co-authoring the Appeal for Human Rights and studying directly under Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The resolution details his later career, including leadership roles with organizations such as Illien Adoptions International, Freedom University, and Hammonds House Museum, his work as a civil rights era political advisor, his acting career in faith-based films, and his receipt of the Presidential Medal of Honor. The House formally commends him and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Charles Black for his contributions to civil rights, education, and community service.
• Recounts his role in the Civil Rights Movement, including co-authoring the Appeal for Human Rights and studying under Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Charles Black.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial statement of the House's appreciation.

The resolution directly concerns Charles Black, an individual honored by the Georgia House. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the document.

Because this is a commendation rather than a law, it does not change any rights, duties, or funding in Georgia. Its practical effect is limited to publicly honoring Charles Black's civil rights and community service record through an official state legislative document.

• The whereas clauses describe Charles Black's biography, including his time at Morehouse College and role in the Atlanta Student Movement.
• The whereas clauses note his co-authorship of the Appeal for Human Rights and his study under Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• The resolving clause formally commends Black for his contributions to civil rights, education, and community service.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Charles Black.

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

• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)Primary sponsor
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
• Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
• Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
• Inga Willis (D, HD-055)

• civil rights
• Morehouse College
• community service
• Georgia House resolution