Georgia CommonsHR 1168: Sermons, Evelyn; retirement; commend
Last action January 29, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Evelyn Sermons, a longtime Morehouse College administrator, on her retirement after more than two decades of service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Evelyn Sermons, who began working at Morehouse College in September 2000 in the Department of Sociology and went on to hold multiple administrative roles in the Public Health Services Institute. The resolution recounts her career and character, praising her integrity, professionalism, and contributions to the college and the state. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally recognizes and commends Sermons for her public service, congratulates her on retiring, and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Evelyn Sermons for her service connected to Morehouse College and the State of Georgia.
- Congratulates Sermons on her retirement and extends good wishes for her health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Sermons.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a symbolic honor rather than a policy action.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Evelyn Sermons. It also involves the Georgia House of Representatives and its Clerk, who is tasked with preparing a copy for her, and reflects on her long career at Morehouse College.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or residents generally. Its significance is symbolic: a formal, public acknowledgment by the state legislature of one person's decades of service at a Georgia institution.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Sermons' career at Morehouse College starting in September 2000 and her advancement through administrative roles in the Public Health Services Institute.
- The resolved clause formally commends Sermons for her public service and congratulates her on retiring.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available to Sermons.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Evelyn Sermons for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
- Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
- El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
Topics
- legislative commendation
- Morehouse College
- retirement honors
- Georgia House of Representatives