Georgia CommonsHR 1743: Gwinnett County Public Schools; recognize
Last action March 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Gwinnett County Public Schools and commends its students, educators, and staff on the occasion of its Capitol Day at the state capitol.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Gwinnett County Public Schools, the state's largest school district with nearly 180,000 students. It praises the district's academic goals, its diverse community, and its programs in career and technical education, fine arts, and athletics. The resolution formally recognizes the district in connection with Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day, held on March 25, 2026, an event where students, educators, and board members visit the Georgia State Capitol to meet with lawmakers. It directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press. The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Gwinnett County Public Schools as the largest school district in Georgia.
- Commends the district's students, educators, staff, families, and community partners for their work.
- Marks the occasion of Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day, held on March 25, 2026 at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Gwinnett County Public Schools, its students, teachers, staff, families, and community partners. It also involves members of the Georgia General Assembly who participate in the district's Capitol Day event.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect on Georgians. Its practical impact is symbolic: it gives Gwinnett County Public Schools formal recognition from the state legislature and marks a public event where students and educators visit the Capitol.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Gwinnett County Public Schools' size, mission, and programs but create no legal obligations.
- The resolved clause formally commends the district on the occasion of its Capitol Day, held March 25, 2026.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Gwinnett County Public Schools on the occasion of Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day, held on March 25, 2026”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
- Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)
Topics
- Gwinnett County Public Schools
- public education
- legislative recognition
- Georgia General Assembly