Georgia CommonsHR 1264: Gardner, Joanne Celeste Landrigan; commend
Last action February 5, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Douglasville resident Joanne Celeste Landrigan Gardner for her family life and community contributions, with no changes to state law.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or spend state money. Instead, it recognizes Joanne Celeste Landrigan Gardner of Douglasville, Georgia, describing her marriage, large family, and faith-based activities at her home. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Gardner as a keepsake. Resolutions like this are a routine way for individual legislators to honor a constituent; they carry symbolic weight but have no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Joanne Celeste Landrigan Gardner by name for her family life and character.
- States the House's best wishes for her continued health and happiness, a symbolic gesture with no legal effect.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Gardner.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Joanne Celeste Landrigan Gardner, a resident of Douglasville, Georgia. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for her, and the three sponsoring representatives.
Why it matters
This resolution has no effect on Georgia law, funding, or public policy. Its practical significance is limited to publicly honoring one individual and giving her a commemorative document from the state legislature.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Gardner's marriage in 1952, her 13 children, 39 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren, and her faith activities.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend Gardner and extend well wishes.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Gardner.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Joanne Celeste Landrigan Gardner and extend their sincere best wishes for her continued health and happiness”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Kimberly New (R, HD-040)
- Kimberly Alexander (D, HD-066)
- Sylvia Baker (D, HD-064)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Douglasville Georgia
- ceremonial resolution