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title: HR 1253. Drake, Brianne; commend
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date: 2026-02-05
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bill_number: HR 1253
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-02-05
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Demetrius Douglas
  - Clint Crowe
  - Dale Washburn
  - Miriam Paris
  - Beth Camp
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  - ceremonial resolution
  - real estate industry
  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - community recognition
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# HR 1253. Drake, Brianne; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1253
By: Representatives Douglas of the 78th, Crowe of the 118th, Washburn of the 144th, Paris of
the 142nd, and Camp of the 135th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Brianne Drake; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, standing as a testament to her dedication to career excellence, President Brianne
Drake has made history as the first Black president of the Georgia Association of
REALTORS®; and
WHEREAS, Brianne Drake has a long and consistent record of service to the community and
this state and has been recognized as one of the most dynamic and committed associate
brokers in Georgia; and
WHEREAS, a highly distinguished industry professional, she has earned numerous awards
and honors for her work, including being named REALTOR® of the Year in both 2011 and
2018 by the Metro South Association of REALTORS®, receiving the J.L. Christian
Leadership Award in 2009 and 2011, and the President’s Award in 2012; and
WHEREAS, throughout her distinguished career, Brianne has held numerous national
leadership positions dedicated to advancing the real estate industry and the clients it serves;
and
WHEREAS, she has served as chair of the professional standards interpretations and
procedures advisory board and chair of the professional standards committee for the national
association of REALTORS® and currently serves as a director for the organization; and
WHEREAS, she further serves the organization as part of several committees and boards
while maintaining an outstanding standard of service for her clients, earning recognition in
the Atlanta Business Chronicle and RISMedia’s Real Estate Magazine; and
WHEREAS, Brianne has held numerous state REALTOR® Association leadership positions
dedicated to advancing the real estate industry including serving as chair of the Georgia
REALTOR® party action committee fundraising council in 2023; and
WHEREAS, her ongoing support for the real estate industry and protection of the public
interest is clearly shown through her support of statewide advocacy effort; and
WHEREAS, this remarkable corporate citizen has established a glowing reputation of
renown throughout Georgia for her dedication and high ideals; and
WHEREAS, Brianne has been dedicated to providing unparalleled service and support and
remains steadfastly committed to the principles of skill, integrity, and responsibility; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this
extraordinary professional be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Brianne Drake for her many remarkable
contributions to the Georgia Association of REALTORS® and extend best wishes for
continued success.
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
Brianne Drake.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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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.

### Plain-language summary

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 it 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.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-02-05)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-02-05)
- Sponsors: Demetrius Douglas, Clint Crowe, Dale Washburn, Miriam Paris, Beth Camp
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72927

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1253.md?full=1