House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR 1019: Smith, Dr. Anthony W.; commend

Last action January 14, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dr. Anthony W. Smith, Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, for his leadership and service to the community.

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In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Dr. Anthony W. Smith, the superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, one of the largest school districts in the state. It lists his professional accomplishments, including helping re-establish the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, which funds scholarships and employee programs, and his civic involvement in local organizations. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House recognizes and commends Dr. Smith and wishes him continued health and success, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

What the bill does

Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Anthony W. Smith for his service as Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools.
States the House's best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Smith.
Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than legislation.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Dr. Anthony W. Smith, Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, school districts, or state agencies.

Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, serving as an official public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of one individual's community and professional contributions.

Key provisions

The resolution's whereas clauses describe Dr. Smith's role as superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, the sixth largest school system in Georgia.
It credits him with helping re-establish the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, which funds scholarships and employee initiatives.
It lists honors he has received, including a 2015 award from the Association of Christian Ministers of Clayton County and being named 2025-2026 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association.
The resolving clauses commend Dr. Smith and direct the House Clerk to provide him a copy of the resolution.

From the bill

“the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Anthony W. Smith and extend their sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.”
This is the resolution's formal statement honoring Dr. Smith.

Status timeline

2026-01-14House Read and Adopted (House)
2026-01-14House First Readers (House)
2026-01-14House Hopper (House)

Topics

education leadership
Clayton County Public Schools
ceremonial resolution
school superintendents

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