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HR 1062: Isenhower, Anne; honoring the life, legacy, and professional contributions; commemorating the memory of her son, Max Podowitz; condolences

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House Resolution 1062

By: Representatives Ali of the 106th, Tran of the 80th, Draper of the 90th, Lim of the 98th, Romman of the 97th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life, legacy, and professional contributions of Anne Isenhower and commemorating the memory of her son, Max Podowitz; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of two of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Anne Isenhower on January 1, 2026, and her son Max Podowitz in December 2025; and

WHEREAS, Anne Isenhower of Atlanta, Georgia, was a respected and accomplished public relations professional, known for her generosity, global network, and enduring commitment to building and sustaining meaningful personal and professional relationships; and

WHEREAS, Anne Isenhower earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1990 and devoted her career to communications and media relations, serving in roles at the Atlanta History Center, SciTrek, and the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, among other institutions; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isenhower's professional expertise extended to national and international work, including public relations roles with FleishmanHillard, the American Cancer Society, and Golin; and in 2011 she founded her own firm to provide strategic communications support to prominent clients such as Rotary International, Deloitte, and the Task Force for Public Health; and

WHEREAS, throughout her career Ms. Isenhower was recognized for her ability to connect journalists with credible sources, her dedication to her clients, and her personal warmth, which earned her the admiration of colleagues and friends alike; and

WHEREAS, beyond her professional accomplishments, Ms. Isenhower was a devoted mother, teaching civic engagement and the importance of contributing to community and democratic life; and

WHEREAS, Anne Isenhower's son, Max Podowitz, was her only child and treasured companion, known by those who loved him as gentle, thoughtful, smart, and kind; and

WHEREAS, Max Podowitz was an 18-year-old freshman at New York University whose unexpected death in December 2025 brought deep sorrow to his family and friends; and

WHEREAS, the profound bond between mother and son was well known among their community, reflecting shared values of compassion, engagement, and intellectual curiosity; and

WHEREAS, the passing of Anne Isenhower on January 1, 2026, and her son Max have left a lasting impact on all who knew them, and their memories deserve enduring recognition by the State of Georgia.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor the life and legacy of Anne Isenhower, commend her professional achievements and personal generosity, as well as extend deepest sympathy on the passing of her son, Max Podowitz.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of Anne Isenhower and Max Podowitz.