--- title: HR 1954. YK Niece; artistic achievements, cultural impact, and community engagement; commend collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr1954 cite_as: HR 1954, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1954 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1954.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1954/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74525 date: 2026-03-27 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-09-13 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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YK Niece; artistic achievements, cultural impact, and community engagement; commend ## Text House Resolution 1954 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Berry of the 56th, Cannon of the 58th, Clark of the 108th, and Ali of the 106th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the artistic achievements, cultural impact, and community engagement of YK Niece; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the State of Georgia has long stood at the forefront of music, culture, and innovation, producing artists whose influence resonates across the nation and around the world; and WHEREAS, YK Niece, an emerging artist from Atlanta, Georgia, has quickly established herself as one of hip-hop's most exciting new voices, representing the vibrancy and creativity of the state's music scene; and WHEREAS, she gained widespread attention with her viral hit "WHIM WHAMMIE," which has amassed millions of streams and social media engagements, helping to propel her into national recognition; and WHEREAS, her rapidly growing catalog, including standout tracks such as "Innit" and "Take Me Thru Dere," showcases her distinctive sound, bold lyricism, and ability to connect with audiences through authentic Southern storytelling; and WHEREAS, YK Niece has earned placement on the Billboard Top Hip-Hop Emerging Artists chart and recognition on the 2025 Staff List, marking her as a rising force within the industry; and WHEREAS, she has accumulated over 200 million total streams across digital platforms, demonstrating both commercial success and widespread appeal; and WHEREAS, YK Niece has successfully transitioned from social media prominence to live performance stages, captivating audiences nationwide and demonstrating the power of digital platforms to launch impactful careers; and WHEREAS, her unique blend of bold Southern trap influences, infectious energy, and charismatic delivery has earned her collaborations and co-signs from notable figures in the music industry, further elevating Georgia's reputation as a hub for musical excellence; and WHEREAS, YK Niece proudly participated in 404 Day at the Georgia State Capitol, contributing to the celebration of Atlanta's culture, music, and civic engagement as well as helping to bridge the gap between entertainment and public service; and WHEREAS, her presence at this event reflects a commitment not only to artistic excellence but also to uplifting her community and engaging with initiatives that promote awareness, empowerment, and progress throughout the State of Georgia. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend YK Niece for her outstanding achievements in music, her growing influence as a cultural leader, and her meaningful participation in 404 Day at the Capitol. 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 YK Niece. ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia House resolution formally commends Atlanta hip-hop artist YK Niece for her music career and her participation in a Capitol civic engagement event. ### Plain-language summary This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring YK Niece, an emerging Atlanta hip-hop artist. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it recognizes her career achievements, including her viral hit 'WHIM WHAMMIE,' her placement on Billboard's Top Hip-Hop Emerging Artists chart, and over 200 million total streams across digital platforms. The resolution also highlights her participation in 404 Day at the Georgia State Capitol, an event celebrating Atlanta's culture and civic engagement. The House directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to YK Niece as a keepsake of the honor. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends YK Niece for her achievements in music and her cultural influence. - Cites specific career milestones, including her hit song 'WHIM WHAMMIE' and over 200 million total streams. - Commends her participation in 404 Day at the Georgia State Capitol, an event tied to civic engagement. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to YK Niece. ### Who it affects This resolution directly names and honors YK Niece, an Atlanta based hip-hop artist. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for her, but it creates no obligations for the public. ### Why it matters The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official public statement from the Georgia House of Representatives celebrating a Georgia artist's career and her community involvement at the Capitol. ### Key provisions - The whereas clauses lay out YK Niece's career highlights, including her viral single, streaming numbers, and industry recognition. - The resolved clause has the House of Representatives formally recognize and commend her for her music achievements and civic participation. - A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to her. ## Status - Status: Passed (2026-03-27) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-27) - Sponsors: Eric Bell, Bryce Berry, Park Cannon, Jasmine Clark, Akbar Ali - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74525 > The history, votes, and amendments (134 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1954.md?full=1