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title: HR 1254. Tartan Trot; commend
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date: 2026-02-05
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bill_number: HR 1254
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-02-05
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Long Tran
  - Shea Roberts
  - Karen Lupton
  - Scott Hilton
  - Esther Panitch
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  - community events
  - charity fundraising
  - Dunwoody Georgia
  - legislative recognition
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# HR 1254. Tartan Trot; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1254
By: Representatives Tran of the 80th, Roberts of the 52nd, Lupton of the 83rd, Hilton of the
48th, and Panitch of the 51st
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the Tartan Trot; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the Tartan Trot hosted by Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody,
Georgia, celebrates the church's heritage in 16th century Scotland and the Reformation; and
WHEREAS, the 20th annual Tartan Trot on February 7, 2026, will feature over 950 runners
in addition to bagpipes, kilts, and homemade pies, raising significant funds for the local and
global partners of Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church; and
WHEREAS, funds raised are used for outreach efforts in Africa, Honduras, Guatemala,
Mexico, the mountains in Tennessee and with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity,
Stop Hunger Now, North Fulton/DeKalb Family Promise, and local shelters and food banks;
and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the race hosted more than 900 runners, raising more than $70,000 with
generous donations from corporate and individual sponsors; and
WHEREAS, the Tartan Trot offers 1 mile, 5K, and 10k run/walks with virtual options
available to unite the community in faith, philanthropy, and activity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize the Tartan Trot and Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church
for their commitment to serving the community and preserving Scottish heritage in 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 Saint
Luke's Presbyterian Church.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution recognizes the Tartan Trot, a charity run hosted by Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody, for its fundraising and community outreach work.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors the Tartan Trot, an annual race held at Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody. The event celebrates the church's Scottish heritage and raises money for local and international charities, including groups working in Africa, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, and Tennessee, as well as organizations like Habitat for Humanity and local food banks.
The resolution notes that the 2026 race, its 20th year, is expected to draw over 950 runners, building on 2025's turnout of more than 900 runners and over $70,000 raised. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for the church. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes the Tartan Trot and Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church for community service and preserving Scottish heritage.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the church.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.

### Who it affects

Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody, participants and organizers of the Tartan Trot race, and the charitable organizations that receive funds raised by the event, including groups serving communities in Africa, Central America, and Tennessee.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect but gives official state recognition to a long-running local charity event, which can raise its public profile and acknowledge the volunteers and donors who support its fundraising for humanitarian causes.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses describe the Tartan Trot's history, its connection to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church's 16th century Scottish Reformation heritage, and its fundraising totals.
- The resolved clause formally recognizes the Tartan Trot and the church for community service and preserving Scottish heritage in Georgia.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-02-05)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-02-05)
- Sponsors: Long Tran, Shea Roberts, Karen Lupton, Scott Hilton, Esther Panitch
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72928

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