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title: HR 1139. City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol; March 4, 2026; recognize
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date: 2026-01-28
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bill_number: HR 1139
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-01-28
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Kim Schofield
  - Sandra Scott
  - Viola Davis
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  - City of Hapeville
  - ceremonial resolution
  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - local history recognition
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# HR 1139. City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol; March 4, 2026; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 1139
By: Representatives Schofield of the 63rd, Scott of the 76th, and Davis of the 87th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol; and for
other purposes.
WHEREAS, the City of Hapeville is a historic and vibrant small city located just south of
downtown Atlanta and adjacent to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the
world's busiest airport, and is home to approximately 6,500 residents; and
WHEREAS, founded in the late nineteenth century as a railroad and industrial hub, Hapeville
has deep roots in transportation and manufacturing that played a significant role in shaping
the economic growth of the Atlanta region and the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hapeville was once home to the Ford Motor Company Assembly
Plant, a landmark of Georgia's industrial history, which has been thoughtfully reimagined as
the Porsche Cars North America Headquarters, symbolizing the city's ability to honor its past
while embracing innovation and global economic leadership; and
WHEREAS, over time, Hapeville has evolved into a thriving center for arts, culture, and
creative placemaking, while preserving the close-knit character and civic pride of a
hometown community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hapeville is widely recognized for its walkable downtown, historic
neighborhoods, and one of the most robust public art initiatives of any small city in the
nation, with murals, sculptures, and artistic installations woven throughout the community
to reflect its unique identity and shared sense of place; and
WHEREAS, Hapeville regularly hosts festivals, concerts, and cultural events that bring
residents and visitors together and exemplify the city's spirit of engagement, collaboration,
and connection; and
WHEREAS, as part of the Atlanta Aerotropolis, the City of Hapeville is uniquely positioned
at the intersection of history and growth, leveraging its strategic location while investing in
forward-looking initiatives that enhance economic opportunity, community vitality, and
quality of life for its residents; and
WHEREAS, the citizens and leadership of the City of Hapeville continue to demonstrate a
strong commitment to civic engagement, cultural enrichment, and responsible growth that
contributes to the overall strength of the State of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the Capitol,
and commend the City of Hapeville for its historical significance, cultural leadership, and
continued contributions to the state of Georgia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
Mayor and City Council of the City of Hapeville.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution designates March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the state capitol, honoring the small city's history, arts scene, and economic role in the Atlanta region.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
The resolution praises Hapeville, a city of about 6,500 people near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, for its industrial history (including the former Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant, now the Porsche Cars North America Headquarters), its public art and cultural events, and its role in the Atlanta Aerotropolis economic zone. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send copies of the resolution to Hapeville's Mayor and City Council.

### What it does

- Formally designates March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Commends the City of Hapeville for its historical significance, cultural leadership, and contributions to Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send copies of the resolution to Hapeville's Mayor and City Council.
- Creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties; it is a symbolic honor rather than a change to Georgia law.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names the City of Hapeville, its Mayor and City Council, and its roughly 6,500 residents. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or state agencies beyond the House's own clerical staff.

### Why it matters

The resolution has no practical effect on daily life or state law. Its significance is symbolic: it publicly honors Hapeville's history and community at the Capitol and gives the city an official day of recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives.

### Key provisions

- The resolving clause recognizes March 4, 2026, as City of Hapeville Day at the Capitol and commends the city for its history and cultural contributions.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to Hapeville's Mayor and City Council.
- The whereas clauses describe Hapeville's founding as a railroad and industrial hub and its former Ford Motor Company plant, now Porsche's North American headquarters.
- The whereas clauses also cite Hapeville's public art initiatives, festivals, and location within the Atlanta Aerotropolis as reasons for recognition.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-01-28)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-01-28)
- Sponsors: Kim Schofield, Sandra Scott, Viola Davis
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72559

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1139.md?full=1