Georgia CommonsHR 1692: Farnsworth, Emmaline; commend
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Emmaline Farnsworth, a seventh grade student at Sutton Middle School, for her academic, athletic, and community achievements.
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In plain language
This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Emmaline Farnsworth, a seventh grade student at Sutton Middle School in House District 60. The resolution lists her accomplishments, including her participation in Atlanta Public Schools' dual language immersion program, her role as captain of her school's varsity debate team, her success as a softball pitcher while maintaining straight A grades, and a charity club she started to help animals at Fulton County's Lifeline animal shelter. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states the House's recognition of Farnsworth and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Emmaline Farnsworth for her academic, athletic, and community accomplishments.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Farnsworth.
- Creates no new law, funding, or requirement; it is a symbolic statement adopted by the House of Representatives.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Emmaline Farnsworth, a student at Sutton Middle School in House District 60. It has no legal effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence for Georgians generally. Its practical effect is limited to an official House record and a printed copy given to Farnsworth recognizing her achievements.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Farnsworth's academic performance, bilingual education, debate team leadership, softball career, and animal welfare fundraising.
- The resolving clause states the House's recognition and commendation of Farnsworth and wishes her future success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Farnsworth.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Emmaline Farnsworth for her accomplishments and extend best wishes for her continued success in her future endeavors.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sheila Jones (D, HD-060)
Topics
- House commendation resolution
- Sutton Middle School
- student achievement