Georgia CommonsHR 1253: Drake, Brianne; commend
Last action February 5, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A House resolution honors Brianne Drake, the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS, for her career and leadership in the state's real estate industry.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Brianne Drake, an associate broker who made history as the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS, for her career achievements and leadership roles. The resolution lists her awards, including REALTOR of the Year honors in 2011 and 2018, the J.L. Christian Leadership Award, and the President's Award, along with her service on national and state real estate association committees and boards. It formally commends her contributions and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Brianne Drake for her contributions to the Georgia Association of REALTORS.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Drake.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Brianne Drake, an associate broker and real estate industry leader. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or state agencies.
Why it matters
Ceremonial resolutions like this one carry no legal weight and change no laws, but they represent official recognition by the Georgia House of a resident's professional achievements, offering a formal, public honor.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Drake's career history, awards, and leadership positions in real estate associations.
- The resolving clause formally commends Drake for her contributions to the Georgia Association of REALTORS and wishes her continued success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide Drake with an official copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“President Brianne Drake has made history as the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Demetrius Douglas (D, HD-078)
- Clint Crowe (R, HD-118)
- Dale Washburn (R, HD-144)
- Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
- Beth Camp (R, HD-135)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- real estate industry
- Georgia House of Representatives
- community recognition