HR 1423: Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the capitol; 03/18/26; celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; recognize

House Resolution 1423

By: Representatives Neal of the 79th, Williams of the 168th, Myles of the 126th, Hugley of the 141st, Griffin of the 149th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Commending the Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives in recognition of Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the capitol on March 18, 2026, and celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives as a nationally recognized law enforcement organization; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, Inc., (NOBLE) is a not-for-profit public service organization founded in September 1976, when60 top-ranking Black law enforcement executives representing 24 states and 55 major cities met in Washington, D.C., and recognized that Black law enforcement executives could have a significant impact on the criminal justice system through a unified voice; and

WHEREAS, in 2026, NOBLE commemorates its 50th Anniversary, marking five decades of national leadership, advocacy, professional excellence, and service as one of the most respected and influential law enforcement organizations in the United States; and

WHEREAS, one of the national founding members, Atlanta Public Safety Director George Napper, was the impetus behind the formation of the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE in 1984; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE was created in 1984 by NOBLE members from across the State of Georgia to organize their collective efforts and to advance the goals and objectives of the organization, and since that time the chapter has played an active role in promoting positive relationships between communities and criminal justice agencies; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE has provided exceptional opportunities for executive leadership training and mentorship for aspiring leaders in law enforcement for more than four decades; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE holds the distinction of having elected nine national presidents from its membership: Atlanta Public Safety Director George Napper, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Inspector Moses Ector, Fulton County Police Department Chief Louis Graham, Fulton County Sheriff Jackie Barrett, Atlanta Police Department Chief Richard Pennington, DeKalb County Director of Public Safety Dr. Cedric Alexander, Clayton County Schools Police Department Chief Clarence E. Cox III, Atlanta Police Department Deputy Chief Cerelyn Davis, and Atlanta Police Department Chief Rodney Bryant; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE further holds the distinction of having elected Fulton County Sheriff Jackie Barrett as the first woman national president, who is also recognized as the first African American woman elected to the office of sheriff in the United States; and

WHEREAS, in 2022, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE elected its first woman president in its history, Georgia Bureau of Investigation Deputy Director Natalie Ammons; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE is committed to building positive community partnerships and advancing progressive policy positions that protect citizens’ rights and enhance the effectiveness and integrity of the criminal justice system; and

WHEREAS, the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE is guided by its principles of respect, uncompromising integrity, courage of convictions, accountability, community, diversity, and mentorship; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to recognize Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the Capitol this year and to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, honoring its enduring commitment to equity in the administration of justice, excellence in public service, and service as the conscience of law enforcement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tha the members of this body commend the Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE); recognize March 18, 2026, as Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the capitol this year; and celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives as a nationally recognized law enforcement organization.

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 the Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives.