Georgia CommonsHR 1745: Georgia School of Orthodontics; 10th anniversary; commend
Last action March 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends the Georgia School of Orthodontics and its co-founder Chris Lazzara on the school's 10th anniversary, recognizing its work in orthodontic education and patient care.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes the Georgia School of Orthodontics, founded in 2014 by Chris Lazzara and Dr. Gasper Lazzara, on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. The resolution praises the school for training orthodontic residents and dental professionals, expanding access to affordable orthodontic care, and working with healthcare and academic organizations. The resolution formally commends and congratulates the school and Chris Lazzara, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to the school. It does not create any new legal requirements, funding, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally commends and congratulates the Georgia School of Orthodontics and co-founder Chris Lazzara on the school's 10th anniversary.
- Recites the school's history since its 2014 founding, including its role training orthodontic residents and dental professionals.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the school.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a symbolic statement of recognition.
Who it affects
The Georgia School of Orthodontics and its co-founder Chris Lazzara are directly named and honored. The resolution has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or agencies beyond this formal recognition.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical or legal effect on Georgians' daily lives. Its significance is purely ceremonial, offering public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives for the school's decade of work in orthodontic education and care.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the school's 2014 founding and its work training orthodontic residents and providing affordable care.
- The resolving clause formally commends and congratulates the school and Chris Lazzara for its contributions to education, workforce development, and community health.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to the school.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend and congratulate the Georgia School of Orthodontics and Mr. Chris Lazzara upon the celebration of its 10th anniversary”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jon Burns (R, HD-159)
- Butch Parrish (R, HD-158)
- Lee Hawkins (R, HD-027)
Topics
- Georgia House resolution
- orthodontics education
- dental care
- ceremonial recognition