Georgia CommonsHR 106: Trail Life USA; commend
Last action January 29, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Trail Life USA, a Christian youth outdoor adventure organization, for its work with boys and young men in Georgia and nationwide.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives praising Trail Life USA, an organization that partners with churches to offer outdoor adventure programs focused on character and leadership development for boys and young men. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements. The resolution describes the group's Christian mission, its motto and oath, its Freedom Award program, and cites membership numbers including more than 35,000 trailmen nationwide and 2,271 in Georgia. The House resolves to recognize and commend the organization and directs the Clerk of the House to send copies of the resolution to Trail Life USA for distribution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Trail Life USA for its work with youth in Georgia and the United States.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Trail Life USA.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement of praise.
Who it affects
Trail Life USA, a Christian youth outdoor organization operating in Georgia and other states, and its members (called trailmen). No other individuals, businesses, or government agencies are regulated or funded by this resolution.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect; it does not change Georgia law or provide funding. Its practical significance is symbolic, giving the organization formal recognition from the state legislature that it can share or display.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Trail Life USA's Christian mission, its oath, its Freedom Award program, and membership figures in Georgia and nationally.
- The resolving clause states that House members recognize and commend Trail Life USA for its work with youth.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available for distribution to the organization.
From the bill
“on my honor, I will do my best to serve God and my country; to respect authority; to be a good steward of creation; and to treat others as I want to be treated”
“there are more than 35,869 trailmen and 1,133 troops in the United States, including 2,271 trailmen and 57 troops in Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Matt Dubnik (R, HD-029)
- Emory Dunahoo (R, HD-031)
- John Carson (R, HD-046)
Topics
- youth organizations
- legislative commendation
- Trail Life USA
- Georgia House resolution