Georgia CommonsHR 1783: Harvey, Mrs. Keila; commend
Last action March 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Keila Harvey, a longtime Clayton County area dance educator and studio founder, for her career teaching and mentoring young dancers.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law; instead it recognizes Mrs. Keila Harvey, a dance educator with decades of experience who founded the Gift of Dance Studio in 2005 and has taught, mentored, and directed dance programs including at Mt. Zion High School in Jonesboro. The resolution recounts her career, including professional performances with the Atlanta Festival Ballet, television appearances, and the achievements of her students, who have gone on to dance professionally, compete nationally, and appear on television shows. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Mrs. Harvey as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Keila Harvey for her decades of work as a dance educator, studio founder, and mentor.
- Extends the House of Representatives' best wishes to Mrs. Harvey for her continued health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Mrs. Harvey.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Mrs. Keila Harvey. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to produce a commemorative copy for her.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it is a symbolic gesture by the Georgia House of Representatives acknowledging one individual's career and community contributions in dance education.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Mrs. Harvey's career, including founding the Gift of Dance Studio in 2005 and teaching in Clayton County public schools for nine years.
- The resolved clause formally commends Mrs. Harvey and wishes her continued health, happiness, and success.
- A further resolved clause instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available to Mrs. Harvey.
From the bill
“Mrs. Keila Harvey is a visionary dance educator with over 38 years of experience in multiple dance disciplines”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Mrs. Keila Harvey and extend their sincere best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- dance education
- Clayton County
- Georgia House of Representatives