Georgia CommonsHR 1268: Neal, Reverend Corey J.; occasion of his 18th pastoral anniversary; recognize
Last action February 5, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Reverend Corey J. Neal of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus for his 18th anniversary as pastor.
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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 Reverend Corey J. Neal of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia, on the occasion of his 18th pastoral anniversary, which falls on February 8, 2026. The resolution describes Reverend Neal's background, including his early spiritual life in New Jersey and his path to becoming senior pastor after serving as Director of Christian Education, Youth Pastor, and Assistant Pastor under his grandfather, Reverend E. L. Sullivan. The House commends him for his leadership and community service and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him with a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Reverend Corey J. Neal on his 18th anniversary as pastor of Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Reverend Neal.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a commemorative statement adopted by the House.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Reverend Corey J. Neal and his congregation at Greater Peace Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia. It has no legal or regulatory effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and does not change any Georgia law or policy. Its significance is symbolic, offering official recognition from the state legislature to a local pastor and his congregation for his years of service.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause recognizes and commends Reverend Corey J. Neal on his 18th pastoral anniversary and wishes him continued success.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute an appropriate copy of the resolution to Reverend Neal.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Reverend Corey J. Neal on the wonderful occasion of his 18th pastoral anniversary and extend best wishes for many more years of successful fellowship and leadership.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Carmen Rice (R, HD-139)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
- Vance Smith (R, HD-138)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Columbus Georgia
- faith community recognition