Georgia CommonsHR 1045: Wright, Carolyn; induction into the Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame; commend
Last action January 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates former Central High School coach Carolyn Wright on her induction into the Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Carolyn Wright, a longtime educator and coach at Central High School in Phenix City, Georgia. It recounts her career as a student athlete at Alabama State University and her 32-year coaching career, including serving as head track coach and head volleyball coach, compiling a combined win record and multiple regional titles. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's congratulations on her induction into the Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Congratulates Carolyn Wright by name on her induction into the Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame.
- Recites her athletic and coaching background at Alabama State University and Central High School in Phenix City, Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Wright.
- Extends the House's best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Carolyn Wright. It has no regulatory effect on the public and does not create obligations for any other group, agency, or institution beyond directing the House Clerk to produce a commemorative copy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and changes no Georgia statute. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official, public recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives of one individual's career achievements in education and athletics.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Wright's education at Alabama State University and her coaching record at Central High School.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives formally congratulate Wright on her Hall of Fame induction.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Wright.
From the bill
“the members of this congratulate Carolyn Wright upon her induction into the Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame and extend best wishes for continued health, happiness, and success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)
Topics
- Chattahoochee Valley Sports Hall of Fame
- Carolyn Wright
- legislative commendation
- Phenix City sports history