Georgia CommonsHR 1838: Fernandes, Liz; commend
Last action March 20, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Liz Fernandes, head golf coach at Emory University, for her coaching career and her team's NCAA success.
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In plain language
This is a commendation resolution, a type of bill the Georgia General Assembly uses to formally recognize a person's achievements rather than to change any law. It honors Liz Fernandes, a graduate of Northern Kentucky University who has worked in golf as an assistant professional, college coach, and teaching professional since 2012. The resolution recounts her career at courses and universities around the country before she became head coach of the Emory University Eagles golf team, where her teams won an NCAA runner-up finish and later an NCAA Championship title, with athlete Carys Code winning an individual title. The House resolves to recognize and commend Fernandes and directs the Clerk of the House to give her a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Liz Fernandes for her career as a golf coach and teaching professional.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Fernandes.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Liz Fernandes, the Emory University golf team she coaches, and the House of Representatives, which formally adopts the commendation.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; its significance is symbolic, giving official recognition from the state House to Fernandes for her coaching achievements and her team's NCAA success.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Fernandes' education, career history at various golf courses and universities, and her tenure as Emory's head coach.
- The resolved clause formally commends Fernandes and wishes her continued health, happiness, and success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Fernandes.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Liz Fernandes 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
- Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)
- Mary Oliver (D, HD-084)
- Stan Gunter (R, HD-008)
- Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)
- Charles Cannon (R, HD-172)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Emory University athletics
- college golf
- Georgia House of Representatives