House Resolution 1717
By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Neal of the 79th, Burnough of the 77th, Flournoy of the
74th, Scott of the 76th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 26, 2026, as Clayton County Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, conveniently located just 12 miles outside of Atlanta, Clayton County is the 5th
most populous county in Georgia; and
WHEREAS, established in 1858, the county was named for Augustine Smith Clayton, a
judge and United States House of Representatives Member; and
WHEREAS, Clayton County is home to the world's number one busiest airport,
HartsField-Jackson International Airport; and
WHEREAS, enhancing the lives of residents, Clayton Parks operates more than 25 parks and
recreational areas in the county; and
WHEREAS, Clayton State University offers more than 65 degree programs, and brings a
multi-national, global, and sophisticated perspective to the area; and
WHEREAS, Clayton County Public Schools ranks 5th largest school system in the state,
offering an exemplary education to young Georgians; and
WHEREAS, Clayton County boasts a strong and diversified economy, characterized by
steady growth, low unemployment, and thriving entertainment industries; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper to recognize the contributions of this
outstanding region.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize March 26, 2026, as Clayton County Day.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.