Georgia CommonsHR 1642: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Tri Mu Chapter; longstanding service and contributions to Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties; commend
Last action March 6, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Omega Psi Phi Fraternity's Tri Mu Chapter for its community work in Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties, with no changes to state law.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the Tri Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. It recognizes the fraternity's work in Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties, citing mentorship programs, scholarships, civic engagement, youth development, and charitable outreach. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or requirement. It simply states the House's recognition of the chapter's service and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the fraternity as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Tri Mu Chapter for its community service in Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the fraternity.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory changes, since it is a commendation only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.'s Tri Mu Chapter and its members. It also references the residents, families, students, and community institutions in Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties that the chapter has served.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it gives the fraternity chapter official recognition from the state legislature for its community service, which the chapter can use as a public honor.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the fraternity's principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift and its community activities.
- The resolving clause formally recognizes the Tri Mu Chapter for its service to Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to the fraternity.
From the bill
“the men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., are committed to the uplift of their communities through the fraternity's internationally recognized principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House Hopper (House)
- House First Readers (House)
Sponsors
- Sylvia Baker (D, HD-064)
- Kimberly Alexander (D, HD-066)
- Kimberly New (R, HD-040)
Topics
- community recognition
- Douglas County
- Paulding County
- Carroll County
- fraternal organizations