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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR843: HR843 Robinson, Jasiel Amon; known professionally as Yung Joc; outstanding contributions to Atlanta's musical legacy, entrepreneurship, and cultural influence; commend

Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally honors Atlanta rapper Jasiel Amon Robinson, known as Yung Joc, for his contributions to music, business, and Atlanta's culture.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Jasiel Amon Robinson, the Atlanta-born hip-hop artist known professionally as Yung Joc. It cites his 2006 hit single 'It's Goin' Down,' his platinum debut album New Joc City, his ventures in media, entertainment, and the beauty industry, and his work mentoring younger artists. The resolution also notes his expansion into radio and television as a media personality and his philanthropic and youth mentorship work in Atlanta. It does not change any Georgia law; it simply commends Robinson and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Jasiel Amon Robinson (Yung Joc) for his contributions to music, business, and Atlanta's culture.
  • Cites specific achievements including his 2006 single 'It's Goin' Down' and his platinum debut album New Joc City.
  • Acknowledges his entrepreneurial ventures in media, entertainment, and the beauty industry and his mentorship of upcoming artists.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Robinson.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Jasiel Amon Robinson (Yung Joc). It does not impose duties, costs, or requirements on any other group of Georgians, businesses, or government agencies beyond the Clerk of the House preparing a ceremonial copy.

Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not change Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its significance is purely symbolic, giving official state recognition to an Atlanta entertainer's career and community contributions.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Robinson's career, including his Grammy-nominated single and platinum debut album, as the basis for the honor.
  • The resolved clause states the House's recognition and commendation of Robinson for his contributions to music, business, and culture.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Robinson.

Status timeline

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

Sponsors

  • Eric Bell (D, HD-075)Primary sponsor
  • Inga Willis (D, HD-055)
  • Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
  • Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
  • Park Cannon (D, HD-058)

Topics

  • Atlanta music
  • ceremonial resolution
  • hip-hop culture
  • entrepreneurship recognition

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