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title: HR 1965. Goalen, Sylvia; commend
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date: 2026-03-27
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bill_number: HR 1965
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chamber: House
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status_date: 2026-03-27
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Marvin Lim
  - Arlene Beckles
  - Matt Reeves
  - Jasmine Clark
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  - ceremonial resolution
  - traffic safety
  - Georgia Department of Transportation
  - literacy advocacy
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# HR 1965. Goalen, Sylvia; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1965
By: Representatives Lim of the 98th, Beckles of the 96th, Reeves of the 99th, and Clark of the
108th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Sylvia Goalen; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Sylvia Goalen has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital
role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of
the citizens of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,
talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced
dramatically by her over 15 years of superlative service as the Division Director of Traffic
Safety and Roadway Operations; and
WHEREAS, Sylvia's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience
and diplomacy, keen sense of vision, and sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of this state
have earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and associates; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure as the Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway
Operations, Sylvia has led leadership in traffic safety programs; expanded community
outreach and education by representing the Department of Transportation on public forums,
including Spanish-language radio, keeping residents informed about roadway safety,
maintenance, transit, and construction updates; and coordinated multi-department
transportation projects, including roadway safety improvements, maintenance coordination,
and community-requested traffic calming measures; and
WHEREAS, in addition to her astute leadership in Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations,
Sylvia is a dedicated and passionate advocate for literacy; and
WHEREAS, serving as Board Chair for a literacy nonprofit as well as on the Board for the
Gwinnett County Public Schools Community-Based Mentoring Program, she has helped
launch initiatives such as the Gusanito Book Festival, literacy camps, and parent
empowerment conferences to promote reading and cultural representation; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this
remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Sylvia Goalen for her efficient, effective,
unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of and extend the most sincere best wishes
for continued health and happiness.
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
Sylvia Goalen.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution commends Sylvia Goalen for over 15 years of service as Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations and for her community literacy work.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Sylvia Goalen for her long career in state government and community service. It highlights her more than 15 years leading the Division of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations, where she worked on traffic safety programs, public outreach including Spanish-language radio appearances, and coordination of multi-department transportation projects.

The resolution also notes her volunteer work promoting literacy, including serving as board chair for a literacy nonprofit and on the board of the Gwinnett County Public Schools Community-Based Mentoring Program, where she helped launch reading and cultural programs such as the Gusanito Book Festival. The resolution formally commends her and directs the Clerk of the House to send her a copy as a keepsake. It does not change any Georgia law.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes and commends Sylvia Goalen for her public service and community work.
- States the House's praise for her over 15 years as Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Goalen.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.

### Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Sylvia Goalen. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses; it is a ceremonial statement by the Georgia House of Representatives.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence and changes no law. Its significance is symbolic, giving public recognition to Goalen's transportation career and community literacy efforts through an official record of the Georgia House of Representatives.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses describe Goalen's 15-plus years as Division Director of Traffic Safety and Roadway Operations and her work on outreach and transportation coordination.
- The whereas clauses also describe her literacy advocacy, including board leadership and launching programs like the Gusanito Book Festival.
- The resolving clause formally commends Goalen and extends best wishes on behalf of House members.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Goalen.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-27)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-27)
- Sponsors: Marvin Lim, Arlene Beckles, Matt Reeves, Jasmine Clark
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74536

> The history, votes, and amendments (134 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1965.md?full=1