Georgia CommonsHR 1680: Whittle; Paula; commend
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Paula Whittle, founder of Atlanta International Fashion Week, for her decades of work in fashion and community development.
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In plain language
This is a commendation resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, a type of measure that recognizes an individual's achievements rather than changing any law. It honors Paula Whittle, known as 'the Mogul,' who founded and directs Atlanta International Fashion Week and became the first Black person and first woman to direct a global fashion week 18 years ago. The resolution recounts her career, including producing over 300 shows and 150 celebrity events, working with over 500 designers, and running community programs like Beauty & A Makeover and the Fashion Apprentice nonprofit for youth mentorship. It formally commends her and directs the Clerk of the House to provide her with a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Paula Whittle for her career as founder and director of Atlanta International Fashion Week.
- States she was the first Black person and first woman to direct a global fashion week 18 years ago.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and deliver a copy of the resolution to Paula Whittle.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is purely a ceremonial statement by the House.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Paula Whittle. It has no regulatory effect on any other individuals, businesses, or government agencies in Georgia; it is a ceremonial recognition rather than a law.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it places the Georgia House of Representatives' formal recognition of Paula Whittle's career and community contributions into the official record.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Paula Whittle's career, including founding Atlanta International Fashion Week and directing over 300 shows.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend Paula Whittle and wish her continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Paula Whittle.
From the bill
“Paula Whittle, known as "the Mogul," is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, mentor, developer, and the founder and director of Atlanta International Fashion Week”
“18 years ago, Paula made history as the first Black person and first woman to direct a global fashion week”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Derrick Jackson (D, HD-068)
- Debra Bazemore (D, HD-069)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Atlanta International Fashion Week
- fashion industry
- Georgia House of Representatives