HR924: HR924 Hunt, Eric; honor

25 LC 112 3633 House Resolution 924 By: Representative Jones of the 47th A RESOLUTION Congratulating and honoring Eric Hunt; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Eric Hunt, a student in his third year at the Georgia State School of Law, is the2 first legal extern in the Georgia General Assembly's Office of General Counsel; and3 WHEREAS, he has demonstrated exceptional dedication, professionalism, and a strong work4 ethic during his externship with the Office of General Counsel, as he did while serving as an5 extern for the House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee during the 2024 Session; and6 WHEREAS, throughout his externship, he has consistently exhibited a strong commitment7 to teamwork and service, eagerly assisting with any task regardless of size and approaching8 every assignment with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a willingness to contribute wherever9 needed; and10 WHEREAS, prior to pursuing a legal career, Hunt served as a pol ice officer in DeKalb11 County, protecting and serving the community with integrity and professionalism; and12 WHEREAS, his extensive experience in law enforcement combined with his distinguished13 military service as an infantryman with Alpha Company, 1st Batt alion, 121st Infantry14 H. R. 924 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3633 Regiment, 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, has provided him w ith a unique and15 invaluable perspective on the law, justice, and public service; and16 WHEREAS, through his exceptional skill, leadership, and dedicat ion, he won the17 competition and was named Georgia National Guard Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year18 in 2014; and19 WHEREAS, Staff Sgt. Eric N. Hunt, alongside the Georgia Army Na tional Guard,20 participated in a mission to train the Honduran military in various military skills, including21 Combat Life Saving techniques, marksmanship, and combat maneuvers; and22 WHEREAS, during this mission, Staff Sgt. Hunt demonstrated outs tanding leadership in23 training Honduran soldiers, helping them develop expertise in m arksmanship, with some24 advancing to expert levels after previously limited experience; and25 WHEREAS, he has exhibited a strong commitment to learning and p rofessional growth26 throughout his externship, demonstrating qualities that will make him a formidable advocate27 and legal professional in the future; and28 WHEREAS, Hunt exemplifies dedication and perseverance by succes sfully balancing the29 demands of law school, professional responsibilities, and famil y life, all while being a30 devoted father, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to both his personal and31 professional growth; and32 WHEREAS, as he embarks on the next phase of his professional jo urney, it is fitting and33 proper to congratulate Eric Hunt on his accomplishments and ext end best wishes for34 continued success, knowing that his dedication and perseverance will enable him to continue35 H. R. 924 - 2 - 25 LC 112 3633 to accomplish great things as well as to make a meaningful difference in his community, for36 his state, and beyond.37 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that38 the members of this body congratulate and honor Eric Hunt and extend sincere best wishes39 for future health, happiness, and success.40 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized41 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Eric42 Hunt.43 H. R. 924 - 3 -