Georgia CommonsHR 1687: Barnett, Valerie; commend
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Valerie Barnett for more than 30 years of mentoring youth at the Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy after her military service and retirement.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Valerie Barnett, not a change to state law. It recounts her 21 years as an Army logistics officer, her role as one of the first three people hired at the Georgia Department of Defense's Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy, and her rise from cadre member to lead teacher over more than 30 years there. The resolution recognizes her continued volunteer mentoring of young cadets and graduates even after her retirement in August 2022. It formally commends her for her service to youth and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Valerie Barnett for decades of service mentoring youth in Georgia.
- States the House's praise for her military career and her work at the Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
- Extends the House's best wishes to her for future health and happiness.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Valerie Barnett, a retired Army logistics officer and longtime staff member of the Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect; it does not change Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is a formal, public statement of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives, along with a printed copy given to Barnett.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses detail Barnett's 21 years in the U.S. Army and her subsequent hiring at the Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy.
- The resolved clause formally commends her for her service to youth and wishes her future health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Barnett.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Valerie Barnett for her decades of exceptional service on behalf of the youth of this state and this nation”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Al Williams (D, HD-168)
- Buddy DeLoach (R, HD-167)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- youth mentoring
- military veterans
- Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy