House Resolution 1239
By: Representatives Clark of the 100th, Werkheiser of the 157th, Smith of the 138th, Hitchens
of the 161st, Seabaugh of the 34th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and congratulating SkillsUSA Georgia; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving students preparing for
careers in trade, technical, skilled service, and professional occupations; and
WHEREAS, SkillsUSA Georgia is the chartered state association representing the
organization across the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, SkillsUSA Georgia supports career, technical, and agricultural education by
empowering students to become career-ready leaders through hands-on learning, leadership
development, and the application of academic and technical skills; and
WHEREAS, SkillsUSA Georgia proudly serves 11,496 middle and high school members and
1,301 college and postsecondary members, totaling 12,797 members statewide; and
WHEREAS, during the 2025-2026 school year, SkillsUSA Georgia achieved
record-breaking membership growth, reflecting the increasing demand for high-quality career
and technical education pathways across the state; and
WHEREAS, this milestone demonstrates a strong commitment to preparing students for
high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand careers while strengthening Georgia's workforce and
economy; and
WHEREAS, the continued success of SkillsUSA Georgia is made possible through the
dedication of educators, administrators, industry partners, and community supporters who
provide equitable access to meaningful career and technical education opportunities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and congratulate SkillsUSA Georgia on achieving
record-breaking statewide membership and commend the organization for its outstanding
contributions to education, workforce development, and student leadership across the State
of Georgia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
SkillsUSA Georgia.