Georgia CommonsHR 1842: Thompson, Pamela Perdue; outstanding service, generosity, and dedication to the citizens and communities of Clayton County; commend
Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Pamela Perdue Thompson of Clayton County for years of charitable work, including free meals for public safety workers and people experiencing homelessness.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It honors Pamela Perdue Thompson of Clayton County for her community service and generosity over many years. The resolution describes how Thompson and her husband Ray run a restaurant named for their mothers, which has become a gathering place for local church members and residents. Since 2019 they have catered a free appreciation meal for Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services, police, and the sheriff's office at an annual neighborhood block party. They have also cooked meals for people staying at a temporary homeless shelter set up at Clayton County Police Headquarters during bad weather, and have provided free food to hungry people who could not otherwise afford a meal. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to send Thompson a copy as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Pamela Perdue Thompson for community service and generosity in Clayton County.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Thompson.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Pamela Perdue Thompson and references her husband Ray, their restaurant, Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services, the Clayton County Police Department, the Clayton County Sheriff's Office, and community members served by their charitable meals.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; its practical impact is limited to publicly recognizing one Clayton County resident's charitable work, giving her formal acknowledgment from the state legislature.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Thompson's restaurant, named for her and her husband's mothers, and its role as a community gathering spot.
- It recounts free catering since 2019 for the Oakwood Trails Neighborhood Watch Back-N-School Back2Basics Block Party honoring local fire, police, and sheriff's personnel.
- It notes meals prepared for people at a temporary homeless shelter at Clayton County Police Headquarters during bad weather.
- The resolving clause commends Thompson for her service, and a further clause directs the Clerk to distribute a copy to her.
From the bill
“the neighborhood only responsible for the cost of ingredients”
“ensuring that those in need are met with dignity and care”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
- Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)
Topics
- Clayton County
- community service
- ceremonial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives