HR 194: Henry County District Attorney's Victim Services Unit; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the Henry County District Attorney's Victim Services Unit, an eight-person team of advocates who help victims of felony crimes, including two specialists focused on crimes against children and domestic violence cases. The resolution describes the unit's role in helping victims navigate the legal process and access resources and emotional support. The resolution notes that February 5, 2025 is Stand With Survivors Day at the state capitol, a day meant to raise awareness about domestic violence survivors' rights and safety. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements. It simply commends the unit's work and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the unit.

• Formally commends the Henry County District Attorney's Victim Services Unit for its service to crime victims.
• States that the unit has eight advocates, including two who specialize in crimes against children and domestic violence.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the unit.
• Does not create any new law, funding, or legal requirement; it is a symbolic statement of recognition.

The resolution directly names the Henry County District Attorney's Victim Services Unit and its eight advocates. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or institutions beyond this formal recognition.

The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a public statement of appreciation. Its main real-world consequence is a formal record of recognition given to the unit, timed alongside Stand With Survivors Day at the state capitol.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the unit's mission, staffing of eight advocates, and its role guiding victims through the legal process.
• Notes that February 5, 2025 is designated Stand With Survivors Day at the state capitol.
• The resolving clause formally commends the unit for its service and wishes it continued success.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to the unit.

1. 2025-02-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-06House Hopper (House)

• Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)Primary sponsor
• Regina Lewis-Ward (D, HD-115)
• Clint Crowe (R, HD-118)
• Robert Flournoy (D, HD-074)
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
• Noelle Kahaian (R, HD-081)

• victim services
• domestic violence
• Henry County
• legislative commendation