HR992: HR992 Evans, Gail Hirschorn; extraordinary contributions to journalism, civic life, and mentorship in Georgia; honor

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Gail Hirschorn Evans, describing her career from congressional and White House staff work in the 1960s through her rise to Executive Vice President of the CNN Newsgroup in 1996, and her civic and educational involvement in Georgia. The resolution formally states that House members honor her achievements, commend her work on behalf of women and equality, and express gratitude for her service. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Evans, which is the resolution's only concrete action.

• Formally honors Gail Hirschorn Evans on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives for her career in journalism and media.
• Commends her for her advocacy for women's empowerment and equality.
• Recognizes her civic, educational, and philanthropic involvement in Georgia, including at Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, and Kennesaw State University.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Evans.

The resolution directly names and honors Gail Hirschorn Evans. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare and distribute a copy of the document to her.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a change to Georgia law or policy. Its practical effect is limited to the House formally recognizing an individual's career and civic contributions and providing her with an official copy of that recognition.

• The resolution's whereas clauses recount Evans's career, including White House and congressional staff work in the 1960s and her rise to Executive Vice President of the CNN Newsgroup by 1996.
• The resolving clause states that House members honor Evans, commend her work on equality and women's advancement, and express gratitude for her service.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Evans.
• The resolution contains no funding, penalties, or changes to Georgia statutes, as is typical for a commendatory resolution.

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• Scott Holcomb (D, HD-101)Primary sponsor
• Stacey Evans (D, HD-057)
• Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
• Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)
• Mary Oliver (D, HD-084)

• commemorative resolution
• journalism
• women in media
• Georgia House of Representatives