Georgia CommonsHR 1613: City of Grayson; celebration of its 125th Anniversary; recognize
Last action March 6, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the City of Grayson in Gwinnett County on the 125th anniversary of its founding, recognizing its history and current leaders.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives celebrating the City of Grayson's 125th Anniversary in 2026. It recounts the city's history, from its 19th century founding by the McConnell and Billue families and its origin as a settlement called Trip, through its official incorporation by the Georgia General Assembly on December 6, 1901 under the name Grayson. The resolution praises the city's growth, community institutions, and current leadership, naming Mayor Allison Wilkerson and the Grayson City Council members. It does not change any Georgia law; it formally commends the city and directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the City of Grayson on its 125th Anniversary as a Georgia municipality.
- Recounts the city's founding history, including its 1881 origins as the settlement of Trip and its 1901 incorporation by the General Assembly.
- Names and honors the current mayor and city council members for their leadership.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available for public and press distribution.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the City of Grayson, its Mayor Allison Wilkerson, and City Council members Bob Foreman, James Gillespie, Rochelle Wright, and Gene Ussery. It also affects Gwinnett County residents connected to the city's history and civic life.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. It formally records the state legislature's recognition of Grayson's history and leadership as part of the city's 125th anniversary celebration in 2026.
Key provisions
- The preamble recounts Grayson's founding history, including its 1881 origin as the settlement of Trip and its official incorporation on December 6, 1901.
- The resolved clause formally commends the City of Grayson on its 125th Anniversary and extends congratulations.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
From the bill
“on December 6, 1901, the Georgia General Assembly officially incorporated the town and approved the name Grayson, marking the beginning of a proud municipal history”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
Topics
- City of Grayson
- Gwinnett County
- Georgia history
- ceremonial resolution
- local government recognition