--- title: HR 1743. Gwinnett County Public Schools; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr1743 cite_as: HR 1743, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1743 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1743.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1743/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74160 date: 2026-03-16 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-09-13 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Gwinnett County Public Schools; recognize ## Text House Resolution 1743 By: Representatives Clark of the 108th, Beckles of the 96th, Okoye of the 102nd, McClain of the 109th, Carter of the 93rd, and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Gwinnett County Public Schools; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Gwinnett County Public Schools, the largest school district in the State of Georgia, serves nearly 180,000 students and is guided by a vision to become a system of world-class schools wherein each and every student acquires the academic knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in college, careers, and life; and WHEREAS, Gwinnett County Public Schools remains steadfast in its commitment to pursuing excellence in academic knowledge, skills, and behavior for every student while ensuring that students remain at the center of every decision made in support of teaching and learning; and WHEREAS, the students, educators, staff, families, and community partners of Gwinnett County Public Schools represent one of the most diverse and dynamic school communities in this state and exemplify the strength, resilience, and promise of public education; and WHEREAS, the district continues to advance rigorous and relevant learning opportunities through academics, career and technical education, fine arts, athletics, and specialized support services designed to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving global society; and WHEREAS, the continued success of Gwinnett County Public Schools reflects a shared commitment among educators, families, community partners, and public leaders to foster safe, supportive, and engaging learning environments that expand opportunity and empower every student to reach his or her full potential; and WHEREAS, Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day at the Georgia State Capitol provides an important opportunity for students, educators, board members, and community stakeholders to engage with members of the Georgia General Assembly, celebrate the accomplishments of the district, and highlight the critical role of public education in strengthening communities across this state; and WHEREAS, this event underscores the importance of civic engagement and encourages students to see themselves as future leaders who will contribute to the continued growth, prosperity, and success of the State of Georgia. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that 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, and extend sincere appreciation to the students, educators, staff, families, and community partners who represent the district with distinction. 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. ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. 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. ### Plain-language summary 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 it 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. ## Status - Status: Passed (2026-03-16) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-16) - Sponsors: Jasmine Clark, Arlene Beckles, Gabe Okoye, Dewey McClain, Doreen Carter, Akbar Ali - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74160 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1743.md?full=1