Georgia CommonsHR 1879: Harris, Tameka; commend
Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends singer and entertainer Tameka Harris of College Park for her music career with the group Xscape and her other achievements.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Tameka Harris, a singer born in College Park, Georgia, best known as a member of the R&B group Xscape. The resolution recounts her career highlights, including her work on Xscape's platinum albums, songwriting credits on TLC's 'No Scrubs,' and her reality television appearances. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House of Representatives recognizes and commends Tameka Harris for her contributions, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Tameka Harris for her career in music and entertainment.
- Recounts her biography and career achievements, including her time with the group Xscape and songwriting credit on 'No Scrubs.'
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Tameka Harris.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Tameka Harris. It has no regulatory or financial effect on any other group of Georgians; it is a ceremonial statement by the House of Representatives.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it places an official House record honoring Tameka Harris's career and contributions, and provides her with a formal copy of that recognition.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Tameka Harris's biography, career with Xscape, songwriting awards, and television appearances in a series of 'whereas' clauses.
- The resolved clause states the House recognizes and commends her for contributions to the communities she has served.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Tameka Harris.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Tameka Harris for her invaluable contributions to the communities she has served.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
- Kimberly Alexander (D, HD-066)
Topics
- commemorative resolution
- Georgia musicians
- Xscape
- House of Representatives honors