Georgia CommonsHR 1467: Kimble, Georgia "Louise"; commend
Last action February 24, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Georgia "Louise" Kimble of Baldwin County on her 100th birthday, honoring her decades as a math teacher and public servant.
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In plain language
This House resolution is a ceremonial measure recognizing Georgia "Louise" Kimble, who was born March 5, 1926 in Baldwin County, Georgia, and is turning 100 this year. It recounts her education, including graduating as valedictorian of Eddie High School and earning degrees from Fort Valley State University and Boston University, and her career teaching high school math for 21 years and working as an accountant, bookkeeper, and clerk for the state. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends her for her service to family and community, congratulates her on her 100th birthday, and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send her an official copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Georgia "Louise" Kimble for her service to her family and community.
- Congratulates her on reaching her 100th birthday.
- Extends the House of Representatives' wishes for her continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send her a copy of the resolution.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Georgia "Louise" Kimble, a Baldwin County resident. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to produce and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, giving formal, public recognition from the state legislature to a Georgia resident's long life, career, and community contributions.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Kimble's birth date, education at Eddie High School, Fort Valley State University, Boston University, and Macon Technical College.
- The whereas clauses describe her 21 years teaching high school mathematics and her state service as an accountant, bookkeeper, and clerk.
- The resolved clause commends and congratulates her and wishes her continued health and happiness.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide her a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Georgia "Louise" Kimble for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Floyd Griffin (D, HD-149)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Baldwin County
- centenarian
- Georgia House of Representatives