Georgia CommonsHR 1493: Johnson, Julia; Rome City High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher; commend
Last action February 25, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Julia Johnson, named Rome City High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher, for her contributions to education in the state.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Julia Johnson, a teacher at Rome City High School, who was selected as that school's STAR Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year (an honor tied to the STAR Student program, in which a top graduating student names the teacher who most influenced their education). The resolution states the General Assembly's view that quality education is a top priority, praises Johnson's commitment to teaching, and formally commends her on behalf of the House. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Johnson. The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create any program, or spend any state funds.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Julia Johnson by name for being named Rome City High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher.
- States the House of Representatives' recognition of her contributions to education and welfare of young people in Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Johnson.
- Does not amend any Georgia statute, create any program, or authorize any funding.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Julia Johnson, a teacher at Rome City High School. It has no legal or practical effect on other teachers, students, schools, or Georgia residents beyond this individual recognition.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It carries no funding, legal requirement, or effect on schools statewide; its practical effect is limited to formally recognizing one teacher's achievement in the House's official record.
Key provisions
- Recites that quality education is a key objective of the General Assembly and praises Johnson's commitment to teaching.
- Formally resolves that the House of Representatives commends Julia Johnson as Rome City High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Johnson.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Julia Johnson, Rome City High School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Katie Dempsey (R, HD-013)
- Eddie Lumsden (R, HD-012)
- Matt Barton (R, HD-005)
Topics
- STAR Teacher
- education honors
- Rome City High School
- legislative commendation