--- title: HR 1986. Goodie Mob; outstanding contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr1986 cite_as: HR 1986, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1986 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1986.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1986/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74557 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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Goodie Mob; outstanding contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness; recognize ## Text House Resolution 1986 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, McQueen of the 61st, Holly of the 116th, Berry of the 56th, and Cannon of the 58th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Goodie Mob for their outstanding contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the history of hip-hop is enriched by legendary artists and groups whose creativity and influence have shaped the culture; and WHEREAS, among these, few have demonstrated the innovation, insight, impact, and inspiration of the Atlanta based musical group known worldwide as Goodie Mob; and WHEREAS, Goodie Mob, consisting of Big Gipp, Cee Lo, Khujo, and T Mo, was formed in 1991 as a core member of the influential hip-hop collective known as the Dungeon Family, alongside notable artists including Outkast, Witchdoctor, Backbone, Big Rube, Cool Breeze, and P A, under the guidance of the acclaimed production team Organized Noize; and WHEREAS, under the musical direction of Organized Noize, Goodie Mob emerged as one of the first Southern hip-hop groups to achieve national recognition in the 1990s, helping to elevate Atlanta as a global center of musical excellence; and WHEREAS, their groundbreaking 1995 debut album Soul Food has been widely recognized as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time, praised by major publications for its masterful fusion of soul, funk, gospel, and hip-hop, coupled with socially conscious and thought provoking lyrics; and WHEREAS, Goodie Mob's enduring catalog, including Still Standing, World Party, One Monkey Don't Stop No Show, and Age Against the Machine, has transcended generations, continuing to inspire artists and audiences alike; and WHEREAS, their influence can be seen in numerous artists across generations, including Outkast, Future, EarthGang, Lil Baby, Big K R I T, and Travis Scott, solidifying their legacy as pioneers of Southern hip-hop; and WHEREAS, the group's music has long addressed critical social issues, including mass incarceration, police brutality, racism, and political repression—themes that remain relevant and impactful in today's society; and WHEREAS, their commitment to using music as a tool for awareness and empowerment reflects a dedication to uplifting communities and encouraging unity and understanding; and WHEREAS, Goodie Mob continued this mission with the release of their album Survival Kit, offering both reflection and guidance during challenging times, providing listeners with messages of resilience, unity, and hope; and WHEREAS, through powerful works such as "Are You Ready," "For My People," and "Frontline," the group continues to inspire civic awareness, social engagement, and collective responsibility; and WHEREAS, Goodie Mob's legacy stands as a testament to the power of music to educate, uplift, and transform society, while firmly establishing the State of Georgia as a cornerstone of global cultural influence. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Goodie Mob for their immeasurable contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness as well as their role in shaping the identity and global impact of Atlanta and the State of Georgia. 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 Goodie Mob. ## 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 honors the Atlanta hip-hop group Goodie Mob for their contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness and their role in Atlanta's global cultural influence. ### Plain-language summary This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes the hip-hop group Goodie Mob, made up of Big Gipp, Cee Lo, Khujo, and T Mo, for their body of work and cultural impact. The text traces the group's history from its 1991 formation as part of the Dungeon Family collective through albums like Soul Food, Still Standing, and Survival Kit, and credits the group with helping establish Atlanta as a center of Southern hip-hop. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a formal statement of praise, commending the group for addressing social issues such as mass incarceration and police brutality through their music. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Goodie Mob. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends Goodie Mob for their contributions to music, culture, and social consciousness. - States the House's view that the group helped shape Atlanta's identity and global cultural impact. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Goodie Mob. - Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a commendation only. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names and honors the members of Goodie Mob (Big Gipp, Cee Lo, Khujo, and T Mo). It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the group. ### Why it matters The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives official state recognition to a musical group's cultural legacy, which can affirm public honor and civic pride but does not alter any rights, funding, or obligations for Georgians. ### Key provisions - The whereas clauses recount Goodie Mob's formation in 1991, their role in the Dungeon Family collective, and their 1995 debut album Soul Food. - The resolved clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend the group for their cultural and social contributions. - A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Goodie Mob. ## Status - Status: Passed (2026-03-27) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-27) - Sponsors: Eric Bell, Mekyah McQueen, El-Mahdi Holly, Bryce Berry, Park Cannon - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74557 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1986.md?full=1