Georgia CommonsHR 1495: Payne, Susan; Unity Christian School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher; commend
Last action February 25, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Susan Payne, a teacher at Unity Christian School, for being named the school's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring a specific teacher rather than a bill that changes any law. It recognizes Susan Payne of Unity Christian School for being selected as the school's STAR Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, an honor tied to the statewide STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) program. The resolution states the General Assembly's general view that quality education is a top priority, praises Payne's contributions to teaching and student welfare, and formally commends her achievement. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Payne so she can keep it as a record of the honor. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Susan Payne for being named Unity Christian School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher.
- States the House's general position that quality education is a top priority for Georgia's young people.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Susan Payne.
- Does not change, create, or repeal any Georgia law or funding program.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors one individual, Susan Payne, a teacher at Unity Christian School. It has no direct legal or financial effect on other teachers, schools, or the public.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect; it does not change any law, funding, or requirement. Its significance is symbolic, giving official state recognition to a teacher's achievement through a formal House document she can keep.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble (the 'WHEREAS' clauses) states the General Assembly's view on the importance of education and recounts Susan Payne's recognition as STAR Teacher.
- The resolved clause formally commends Susan Payne and expresses best wishes for her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Payne.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Susan Payne, Unity Christian 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
- teacher recognition
- STAR Teacher program
- education honors
- Georgia House resolutions