HR955: HR955 T.I.; contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing the rapper T.I., born Clifford Joseph Harris Jr., for his career and community work. It lists his musical accomplishments, including albums like 'Trap Muzik' and 'King', and credits him with helping popularize Southern rap and trap music nationally and globally. The resolution also highlights his business and philanthropic work, including founding Grand Hustle Records and his 'I'm Me' foundation, which focuses on youth mentorship and education. It formally states that the House honors him for his contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to T.I. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally honors T.I. on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives for his musical and cultural contributions to Bankhead and Atlanta.
• Recites his career history, including his debut album and later releases, and his role in popularizing Southern rap and trap music.
• Recognizes his philanthropic and business activities, including Grand Hustle Records and the 'I'm Me' foundation for youth advocacy.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to T.I.

This resolution primarily concerns T.I. himself, who is being honored, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for him. It does not impose obligations on any other Georgians or state agencies.

As a ceremonial resolution, this measure carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not create funding, rules, or penalties, but it represents an official statement by the Georgia House recognizing a public figure's cultural and community impact.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe T.I.'s musical career, community ties to Bankhead, and philanthropic work through Grand Hustle Records and the 'I'm Me' foundation.
• The resolved clause states the House honors T.I. for his contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare an appropriate copy for distribution to T.I.

1. 2025-04-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-04-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-04-04House Hopper (House)

• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)Primary sponsor
• Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
• Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
• Viola Davis (D, HD-087)

• ceremonial resolution
• Atlanta hip-hop culture
• Bankhead
• T.I. honors