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title: HR 1929. New Edition; outstanding contributions to music and entertainment and for their cultural and industry impact connected to the State of Georgia; recognize
collection: bills
id: 2025-2026/hr1929
cite_as: HR 1929, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.)
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source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74477
date: 2026-03-25
status: passed
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bill_number: HR 1929
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
session_slug: 2025-2026
chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-25
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Kim Schofield
  - Sandra Scott
  - Viola Davis
  - Rhonda Burnough
  - Segun Adeyina
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topic_tags:
  - ceremonial resolution
  - music industry
  - entertainment
  - Atlanta film industry
  - New Edition
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# HR 1929. New Edition; outstanding contributions to music and entertainment and for their cultural and industry impact connected to the State of Georgia; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 1929
By: Representatives Schofield of the 63rd, Scott of the 76th, Davis of the 87th, Burnough of
the 77th, and Adeyina of the 110th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending New Edition for their outstanding contributions to music and
entertainment and for their cultural and industry impact connected to the State of Georgia;
and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, New Edition is one of the most iconic and influential R&B groups in American
music history, originating from Boston, Massachusetts, and rising to national prominence in
the early 1980s; and
WHEREAS, the group—composed of members Ralph Tresvant, Bobby Brown, Michael
Bivins, Ronnie DeVoe, Ricky Bell, and Johnny Gill—has achieved extraordinary success
both collectively and through its members' individual careers; and
WHEREAS, New Edition has captivated audiences around the world with timeless hits such
as "Candy Girl," "Cool It Now," and "Can You Stand the Rain," helping to shape the sound
and style of contemporary R&B and pop music; and
WHEREAS, the group's legacy is deeply connected to the State of Georgia, particularly
Atlanta, which serves as a global hub for music, film, and creative industries; and
WHEREAS, members of New Edition have maintained strong ties to Georgia, with Ronnie
DeVoe and Shamari DeVoe residing in the Atlanta metropolitan area and actively
contributing to the region's business, entertainment, and community development landscape;
and
WHEREAS, New Edition's story and cultural impact were further cemented through The
New Edition Story, which was filmed in and around Atlanta, showcasing Georgia's thriving
film industry and reinforcing the state's position as a premier destination for major television
and film productions; and
WHEREAS, their influence extends beyond music into entrepreneurship, mentorship, and
the cultivation of future talent, aligning with Georgia's continued investment in the creative
economy and workforce development within the entertainment sector; and
WHEREAS, New Edition has demonstrated longevity, resilience, and excellence over
decades, maintaining cultural relevance while evolving with the times and continuing to
perform for global audiences; and
WHEREAS, their contributions have elevated the music industry while representing
excellence in Black artistry, entrepreneurship, and cultural expression on a national and
international stage, including within Georgia's vibrant creative community; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the extraordinary achievements and
enduring legacy of New Edition be appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend New Edition for their groundbreaking
contributions to music and entertainment and for their meaningful connection to the State of
Georgia's dynamic music, film, and cultural industries.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to New
Edition.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes the R&B group New Edition for their contributions to music and entertainment and their ties to Georgia's entertainment industry.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring New Edition, the R&B group formed in Boston in the early 1980s, for its impact on music and entertainment. The resolution highlights the group's hit songs, its members, and its connections to Georgia, including members Ronnie and Shamari DeVoe living in the Atlanta area and the filming of 'The New Edition Story' in Atlanta.
The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or spend state money. It simply states the House's recognition of the group and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to New Edition as a keepsake honor.

### What it does

- Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends New Edition for their contributions to music and entertainment.
- Cites the group's cultural and business ties to Georgia, including members living in Atlanta and a biographical film shot there.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to New Edition.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.

### Who it affects

This resolution primarily affects the members of New Edition, who receive the honor, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with distributing a copy. It has no direct effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence; it does not change any Georgia statute or allocate funds. Its significance is symbolic, publicly acknowledging New Edition's cultural impact and connection to Georgia's entertainment and film industries.

### Key provisions

- The 'whereas' clauses describe New Edition's history, members, hit songs, and connection to Georgia, including the filming of 'The New Edition Story' in Atlanta.
- The resolved clause states that the House recognizes and commends New Edition for their contributions to music, entertainment, and Georgia's creative industries.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to New Edition.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-25)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-25)
- Sponsors: Kim Schofield, Sandra Scott, Viola Davis, Rhonda Burnough, Segun Adeyina
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74477

> The history, votes, and amendments (134 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1929.md?full=1