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HR 1607: Miller, Craig; life, legacy, and lasting impact on the State of Georgia film industry; condolences

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House Resolution 1607

By: Representatives Tran of the 80th, Carpenter of the 4th, Roberts of the 52nd, Frye of the 122nd, and Stephens of the 164th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Craig Miller's life, legacy, and lasting impact on the State of Georgia's film industry; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the passing of Craig Miller, a respected leader, innovator, and advocate whose vision and dedication helped shape Georgia into one of the premier film and television production hubs in the nation; and

WHEREAS, raised in Columbus, Georgia, and a proud graduate of the University of Georgia, Craig Miller developed an early passion for theater and founded Craig Miller Productions in Atlanta in 1985; and

WHEREAS, he devoted his career to strengthening the state's creative economy and played a pivotal role in advancing policies, partnerships, and infrastructure that expanded opportunities for filmmakers, production crews, small businesses, and local communities across Georgia; and

WHEREAS, through his work with industry stakeholders, public officials, and economic development leaders, he championed initiatives that attracted major productions to Georgia, generating thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity while elevating the state's reputation on the global stage; and

WHEREAS, his leadership helped cultivate a thriving ecosystem for film, television, and digital media production, supporting workforce development, fostering local talent, and ensuring that Georgia's communities benefited directly from the growth of the entertainment sector; and

WHEREAS, his contributions have left an indelible mark on Georgia's cultural and economic landscape, and his efforts will continue to benefit generations of Georgians who work in and are inspired by the film industry; and

WHEREAS, in addition to his exemplary career accomplishments, Craig Miller was cherished by his loved ones as a loyal husband, devoted father of six wonderful children, and doting grandfather of eight remarkable grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding life and service of this remarkable Georgian be appropriately recognized and remembered.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Craig Miller and express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.

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 family of Craig Miller.