HR806: HR806 Roberts, Morris; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Morris Roberts, a Tennille, Georgia resident with a long musical career. The resolution recounts his background, including performing in his high school glee club and marching band, singing in his church choir, serving in the United States Marine Corps where he worked as a guest DJ in Okinawa, Japan, and later founding his own talent agency and entertainment venue in New Jersey. The resolution also notes his continued community involvement in Tennille, including helping with political campaigns, education and alumni affairs, and feeding people in need. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for delivery to Morris Roberts. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends Morris Roberts for his musical career and community involvement.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for Morris Roberts.
• Creates no new law, funding, or penalty since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill amending Georgia statutes.

The resolution directly names and honors Morris Roberts, a Tennille, Georgia resident. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for distribution to him.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to providing Morris Roberts with official, public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives for his musical career and community service.

• The whereas clauses describe Morris Roberts's musical background, military service, and career founding a talent agency and entertainment venue.
• The resolved clause formally commends Roberts for his contributions to his community and to Georgia's musical and cultural landscape.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Roberts.

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

• Mack Jackson (D, HD-128)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Tennille Georgia
• music and culture