Georgia CommonsHR 1376: Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association; commend
Last action February 17, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association for its work supporting Black professionals and students in the Atlanta area.
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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 the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA), founded in 1980, for its history of supporting underrepresented professionals through career development, mentorship, and leadership programs. The resolution describes the chapter's growth from 20 charter members to more than 1,000, and highlights programs like its Career Network Committee, a mentorship program, college scholarships, and the Leaders of Tomorrow youth program serving Metro Atlanta teens. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for the chapter as a formal token of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the chapter.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement since it is a commendatory resolution rather than a bill.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, its more than 1,000 members, and the students and teens who take part in its mentorship, scholarship, and Leaders of Tomorrow youth programs in the Metro Atlanta area.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world impact is a formal, documented recognition from the state legislature that the chapter can use to mark its history and community contributions.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount the chapter's 1980 founding, growth to over 1,000 members, and its focus on education, career development, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
- The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends the chapter and wishes it continued growth and success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to the chapter.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend the Atlanta Chapter of the National Black MBA Association ad extend their best wishes for its continued growth and success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)
- Yasmin Neal (D, HD-079)
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
Topics
- legislative commendation
- National Black MBA Association
- Atlanta community organizations
- mentorship programs