Georgia Commons

House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR871: HR871 Eaton, Artemis; winning the Wrestling State Championship; commend

Last action March 31, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Artemis Eaton, a North Forsyth High School student, for winning the Wrestling State Championship.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Artemis Eaton, a student at North Forsyth High School, for winning the Wrestling State Championship. The resolution recites her season of training, her sportsmanship, and the skill that earned her the title. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it formally recognizes her achievement on behalf of the House and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Artemis Eaton for winning the Wrestling State Championship on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Artemis Eaton.
  • Extends the House's best wishes for her future success but creates no legal obligations or funding.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names Artemis Eaton, a student-athlete at North Forsyth High School. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the document to her.

Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its significance is personal and community-based, giving public recognition through the state legislature to a student's athletic achievement and the effort behind it.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Artemis Eaton's championship win and the effort, skill, and sportsmanship behind it.
  • The resolving clause has the House of Representatives officially commend her and wish her future success.
  • A final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Eaton.

Status timeline

  1. 2025-03-31House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2025-03-31House First Readers (House)
  3. 2025-03-31House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Brent Cox (R, HD-028)Primary sponsor
  • Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
  • Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
  • Carter Barrett (R, HD-024)
  • David Clark (R, HD-100)
  • Todd Jones (R, HD-025)

Topics

  • high school wrestling
  • student athletes
  • North Forsyth High School
  • legislative commendation

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