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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR 1818: Smith, Pastor Adrian R., Sr.; commend

Last action March 19, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr., for his decades of ministry and leadership at Christian Missionary Baptist Church.

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In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. It recounts his history with Christian Missionary Baptist Church, which began in January 1998, and the various roles he held there, including Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, Usher Board member, and choir participant, before becoming the church's pastor. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition of Pastor Smith's service and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr., by vote of the Georgia House of Representatives.
  • Extends the House's best wishes to Pastor Smith for his continued health and happiness.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Pastor Smith.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr., and references Christian Missionary Baptist Church, where he has served since 1998. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.

Why it matters

This resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing one individual's community service and providing him a keepsake copy of the House's tribute.

Key provisions

  • The resolved clause states that House members recognize and commend Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr., and wish him continued health and happiness.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Pastor Smith.

From the bill

the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr., and extend best wishes for his continued health and happiness.

The resolution's central statement honoring Pastor Smith.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-19House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-03-19House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-03-19House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)Primary sponsor
  • Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
  • Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)

Topics

  • ceremonial resolution
  • community recognition
  • faith leaders
  • Georgia House of Representatives

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