Georgia CommonsHR 1230: Georgia School of Orthodontics; commend
Last action February 4, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A House resolution recognizes and commends the Georgia School of Orthodontics in Atlanta for its residency training program and its new scholarship initiative honoring the late Congressman John Lewis.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO), a 36-month residency program based in Atlanta that trains dentists to become orthodontic specialists. The resolution highlights GSO's recent creation of the John Lewis Legacy Scholarships, an $8.5 million initiative developed with the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation that will fund 47 three-year scholarships over 12 years, starting with three recipients in August 2025. The resolution also notes GSO's community service work, including its 'Gift of a Smile' program that offers free dental and orthodontic care to children, adults, and veterans. It does not change any Georgia law; it formally commends the school and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to GSO.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the Georgia School of Orthodontics for training orthodontic specialists and providing care to Georgians.
- States factual background on the school's founding in 2016 and its 36-month accredited residency program.
- Highlights the $8.5 million John Lewis Legacy Scholarships program created with the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia School of Orthodontics.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement of praise.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the Georgia School of Orthodontics, its students and faculty, and the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation. It also references patients served through the school's free care programs, including children, adults, and veterans.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not change Georgia law or provide state funding. Its practical impact is symbolic, giving the Georgia School of Orthodontics formal recognition from the state legislature for its training program and community service work.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe GSO's founding in 2016 as an accredited 36-month orthodontic residency program in Atlanta.
- The resolution describes the $8.5 million John Lewis Legacy Scholarships, providing 47 three-year scholarships over 12 years starting in August 2025.
- The resolved clause formally commends GSO for training expert orthodontists and providing affordable, high-quality care to Georgians.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to the school.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend the Georgia School of Orthodontics for training expert orthodontists while providing affordable, high-quality care to the citizens of the state of Georgia.”
“the Georgia School of Orthodontics (GSO), founded in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2016, is an accredited, 36-month residency program focusing on specialized orthodontic education and patient-centered care”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Ron Stephens (R, HD-164)
Topics
- dental education
- orthodontics
- Atlanta
- scholarships
- legislative commendation