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HR 2008: Hallett, Sierra; Family and Consumer Sciences Legislative Fellow for the 2026 regular session of the General Assembly of Georgia

Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Sierra Hallett, a University of Georgia Family and Consumer Sciences student who served as a legislative fellow during the 2026 session.

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In plain language

This is a commendation resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Sierra Hallett, a University of Georgia student who took part in the Legislative Aide Leadership Fellow Program. The resolution describes the program's history, dating to 1983, and notes that Hallett served in the office of Representative Stacey Evans during the 2026 regular session. The resolution praises Hallett's background, leadership, and work tracking legislation and researching issues for House District 57. It does not change any Georgia law. It simply directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Hallett as a keepsake recognizing her service.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Sierra Hallett for her service as a Family and Consumer Sciences Legislative Fellow during the 2026 session.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Hallett.
  • Recites the history of the Legislative Aide Leadership Fellow Program at the University of Georgia, founded in 1983.
  • Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.

Who it affects

The resolution names Sierra Hallett and Representative Stacey Evans, in whose office Hallett served. It also references the University of Georgia's Family and Consumer Sciences program and the Legislative Aide Leadership Fellow Program more broadly.

Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or policy effect on Georgians generally. It serves as a ceremonial record honoring an individual intern's service at the Georgia State Capitol, a common practice for the General Assembly to recognize constituents, staff, and program participants.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe the Legislative Aide Leadership Fellow Program's founding in 1983 and its history of over 160 University of Georgia participants.
  • The whereas clauses recount Hallett's background, including moving from Indonesia in 2023 and her leadership award from the Student Government Association.
  • The resolving clause commends Hallett for her service during the 2026 regular session and wishes her future success.
  • The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Hallett.

From the bill

the members of this body commend Sierra Hallett for her exemplary service during the 2026 regular session of the General Assembly of Georgia and extend sincere best wishes for future success

The resolution's main action, formally honoring Hallett's service.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-03-27House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-03-27House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Stacey Evans (D, HD-057)Primary sponsor
  • Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)
  • Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
  • Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)
  • Betsy Holland (D, HD-054)

Topics

  • legislative fellows
  • University of Georgia
  • House resolution
  • ceremonial recognition

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