HR 164: Family and Consumer Sciences; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), a field of study covering topics like nutrition, food safety, financial literacy, and family well-being, and commends the professionals, affiliates, and organizations involved in it. The resolution states support for national, state, and local strategies to keep FCS programs sustained within current education and economic conditions. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Family and Consumer Sciences organizations. The resolution does not create funding, mandates, or legal requirements; it expresses the House's appreciation and support.

• Formally recognizes and commends Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) affiliates, communities, and entities in Georgia.
• States House support for developing and implementing strategies to sustain FCS programs in current economic and education conditions.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Family and Consumer Sciences organizations.
• Creates no new funding, agency duties, or legal requirements since it is a commendation, not a law.

Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, educators, and students in Georgia, along with organizations such as Family, Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) that support FCS programs in schools and communities.

While the resolution carries no legal force, it publicly signals House support for Family and Consumer Sciences education, which touches topics like nutrition, financial literacy, and family life skills taught in Georgia schools and community programs.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe FCS as covering well-being, relationships, obesity, food safety, financial literacy, and school readiness.
• The resolved clause has the House recognize and commend FCS affiliates and support strategies to sustain the field.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to Family and Consumer Sciences.

1. 2025-02-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-04House Hopper (House)

• Houston Gaines (R, HD-120)Primary sponsor
• Marcus Wiedower (R, HD-121)
• Trey Rhodes (R, HD-124)
• Spencer Frye (D, HD-122)

• Family and Consumer Sciences
• education
• financial literacy
• school programs