Georgia CommonsHR 1974: Battle, Mrs. Arlecia; commend
Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Mrs. Arlecia Battle for 23 years of service to Clayton County Public Schools as she retires from her role as executive assistant to the superintendent.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law; instead it formally recognizes Mrs. Arlecia Battle for her 23 years working for Clayton County Public Schools, where she rose from a volunteer to executive assistant to Superintendent Anthony W. Smith. The resolution highlights her achievement as the first Black female to serve as an assistant to the superintendent, her 2013 Employee of the Year honor, and her resilience through personal challenges including a battle with cancer. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Mrs. Battle as she enters retirement.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Mrs. Arlecia Battle for 23 years of service to Clayton County Public Schools.
- Recognizes her historic achievement as the first Black female to serve as an assistant to the district superintendent.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mrs. Battle.
- Extends the House's best wishes for her health and happiness in retirement.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Mrs. Arlecia Battle. It also touches Clayton County Public Schools, where she worked, and the office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives, which is directed to prepare her copy of the resolution.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is personal and community recognition of Mrs. Battle's career and historic role, marking her contribution to Clayton County Public Schools as she retires.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Mrs. Battle's 23-year career history with Clayton County Public Schools, including her roles from volunteer to executive assistant.
- It notes she was the first Black female to serve as an assistant to the superintendent and was named Employee of the Year in 2013.
- The resolving clause formally commends her and wishes her well in retirement.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Mrs. Battle.
From the bill
“Mrs. Battle achieved a historic milestone as the first Black female to serve as an assistant to the superintendent, demonstrating both her leadership and her perseverance”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Mrs. Arlecia Battle for her 23 years of outstanding service to Clayton County Public Schools”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
- Rhonda Taylor (D, HD-092)
Topics
- Clayton County Public Schools
- legislative commendation
- education staff recognition