Georgia CommonsHR 1212: Graves, Councilwoman Tara; outstanding public service; commend
Last action February 3, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Stonecrest City Councilwoman Tara Graves for her public service, with no changes to state law.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Tara Graves, a councilwoman for the City of Stonecrest in DeKalb County. It does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or spend state money. Instead it recites her contributions to the community, including her work on beautification and development initiatives in Stonecrest, and praises her leadership, integrity, and dedication to public service. The resolution formally commends Graves on behalf of the House and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her. Resolutions like this are symbolic gestures of recognition rather than binding legislation.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Tara Graves, a Stonecrest City Councilwoman, for her public service.
- States the House's praise for her work on beautification and development efforts in the City of Stonecrest.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Graves.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Tara Graves, a Stonecrest City Councilwoman in DeKalb County. It does not impose obligations or effects on any other individuals, businesses, or government agencies beyond the House Clerk's office, which must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it does not change any law, spend money, or create obligations. Its significance is purely symbolic, formally recording the legislature's recognition of a local official's community service.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Tara Graves' community work in Stonecrest, including beautification and development initiatives.
- The resolving clause formally commends Graves for her public service and extends well wishes.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Graves.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Tara Graves 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
- Angela Moore (D, HD-091)
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
- Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Stonecrest
- DeKalb County
- local government recognition