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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR 1826: Hughen, Jesse; outstanding public service; commend

Last action March 19, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Jesse Hughen, a Paulding County Project Manager and Marine Corps veteran, for his public service work on county building projects.

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In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Jesse Hughen, a Paulding County employee, for his career in public service. It recounts his path from Plumbing Technician to Project Manager and highlights projects he led, including remodeling a fire station under budget, building a new Fleet Maintenance Building, and renovating the Paulding County Health Department. The resolution has no regulatory or funding effect. It simply states the House's recognition and commendation of Hughen and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Jesse Hughen for his public service to Paulding County and the State of Georgia.
  • States the House's best wishes for his continued health and happiness.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Hughen.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Jesse Hughen, a Paulding County government employee. It does not impose obligations on any other individuals, agencies, or the general public.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation. Its significance is limited to publicly honoring one individual's career and work for Paulding County, without changing any law, program, or funding.

Key provisions

  • The resolution's whereas clauses describe Hughen's Marine Corps service and his career progression at Paulding County from Plumbing Technician to Project Manager.
  • The first resolving clause states the House's recognition and commendation of Hughen's public service.
  • The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Hughen.

From the bill

the members of this body recognize and commend Jesse Hughen for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia

This is the resolution's core statement honoring Hughen.

Status timeline

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

Sponsors

  • Martin Momtahan (R, HD-017)Primary sponsor
  • Trey Kelley (R, HD-016)
  • Joseph Gullett (R, HD-019)
  • Kimberly New (R, HD-040)
  • Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)

Topics

  • commendation resolution
  • Paulding County
  • public service recognition
  • veterans

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