Georgia CommonsHR 1184: Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora; extraordinary humanitarian response and valiant efforts to provide disaster relief to residents of Jamaica following the landfall of Hurricane Melissa on October 28, 2025; commend
Last action February 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora in Georgia for organizing disaster relief efforts after Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, 2025.
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In plain language
Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica on October 28, 2025, causing widespread damage and displacement. In response, members of the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora living in Georgia quickly organized to collect and send food, medical supplies, clothing, and other aid to Jamaica. This resolution does not create any new law, funding, or program. It is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives that formally praises and thanks a long list of named organizations, businesses, faith groups, and individuals for their relief work. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to representatives of the diaspora community.
What the bill does
- Formally commends the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora for organizing disaster relief after Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica on October 28, 2025.
- Names dozens of specific organizations, businesses, faith-based groups, and individuals credited with collecting and distributing aid such as food, medical supplies, and clothing.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to representatives of the diaspora community.
- Creates no new law, funding, program, or penalty; it is a symbolic statement of appreciation.
Who it affects
The resolution names and honors specific Georgia-based organizations, businesses, faith institutions, and individuals within the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora who organized hurricane relief efforts, including groups like the Atlanta Jamaica Association and Food for the Poor, as well as the Clerk of the House.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it does not change any law or provide funding. Its practical impact is symbolic, giving public recognition to community groups and volunteers who organized hurricane relief for Jamaica.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Hurricane Melissa's landfall in Jamaica on October 28, 2025 and the resulting humanitarian needs.
- The whereas clauses list numerous named organizations, businesses, and individuals credited with organizing relief efforts, including donation drop-off sites across Georgia.
- The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora for its relief efforts.
- The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to diaspora representatives.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend and honor the Jamaica/Caribbean Diaspora for their outstanding generosity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to aiding the people of Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
- Debra Bazemore (D, HD-069)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
Topics
- Hurricane Melissa
- Jamaica disaster relief
- Caribbean diaspora
- legislative commendation