Georgia CommonsHR 1848: Dunston, Marc David; commend
Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Marc David Dunston, known as Magic Marc, an entertainer and educator, for his career and community service in the Savannah area.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Marc David Dunston, a professional entertainer known as Magic Marc. The resolution recognizes his career performing for celebrities and producing family-oriented educational content through The Magic Marc Show and the Magication program. It also highlights his community service, including board roles with Greenbriar Home, Safe Shelter, and the Frank Callen Boys and Girls Clubs, his presidency of Unity Church, his role as the first Black president of the Exchange Club of Savannah in its 100-year history, and his leadership of Just Social Solutions. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide Dunston with a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Marc David Dunston for his entertainment career and community service.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dunston.
- Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations, as a ceremonial resolution.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Marc David Dunston. It has no binding effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.
Why it matters
This resolution is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It carries no legal or financial consequences for Georgians, but it formally places the House's recognition of Dunston's career and community work into the public record.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Dunston's entertainment career as Magic Marc and his community board and leadership roles in Savannah.
- The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends Dunston and wishes him continued health and happiness.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Dunston.
From the bill
“Marc David Dunston is a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Carl Gilliard (D, HD-162)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Savannah community leaders
- ceremonial resolutions