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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR 1573: Harden, Carrie Lula Neal; commend

Last action March 3, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution commends Carrie Lula Neal Harden of Gibson, Georgia on her 92nd birthday, recognizing her faith, character, and community service.

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In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Carrie Lula Neal Harden, a 92-year-old woman from Gibson, Georgia. It describes her lifelong membership at Shiloh Baptist Church, her role on the church's Mother Board, and her reputation among family and neighbors as caring, wise, and generous. The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect. It formally commends and congratulates her, extends best wishes for continued health, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Carrie Lula Neal Harden for her service to her family and community.
  • Congratulates her on her 92nd birthday and offers best wishes for continued health and happiness.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.

Who it affects

This resolution names and honors one individual, Carrie Lula Neal Harden, and her family, church community at Shiloh Baptist Church, and friends and neighbors in Gibson, Georgia.

Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal effect and changes no law. It matters mainly as a public, official record of recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives for a Georgia resident's long life and community contributions.

Key provisions

  • The resolution recites biographical background, including her March 8, 1934 birth in Gibson, Georgia, and her membership on the Mother Board at Shiloh Baptist Church.
  • The resolving clause commends and congratulates her and extends wishes for continued health and happiness.
  • A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to her.

From the bill

the members of this body commend Carrie Lula Neal Harden for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community

The core language by which the House formally honors her.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-03House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-03-03House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-03-03House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)Primary sponsor
  • Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
  • Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
  • Carmen Rice (R, HD-139)
  • Vance Smith (R, HD-138)

Topics

  • commendation resolution
  • Gibson Georgia
  • House of Representatives honors

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