Georgia CommonsHR 2020: Gilliard, Representative Carl; recognize
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes and commends Representative Carl Gilliard of House District 162 for his legislative career and public service upon his retirement.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Representative Carl Gilliard, who has served four terms representing House District 162. The resolution lists his legislative accomplishments, including the Savannah State Farmers Market Authority, the Weeping Time Cultural Heritage Corridor Authority, the Savannah Music Commission Act, the Original 33 Memorial Act, and the Autism Missing Persons Alert Act. It also notes his role as chairman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus and his founding of community organizations including Candy Love, Project Love, and Feed the Hungry. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states the House's recognition of Gilliard's service, congratulates him on his retirement, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Representative Carl Gilliard for his service in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Lists specific legislation he sponsored, including the Savannah State Farmers Market Authority and the Autism Missing Persons Alert Act.
- Congratulates Gilliard on his retirement and extends wishes for his continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Gilliard.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns Representative Carl Gilliard and the Georgia House of Representatives, which adopts it. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or other government agencies.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor with no legal or regulatory effect. It creates an official House record commemorating Gilliard's legislative career and community work as he retires, but it does not change any law, program, or funding in Georgia.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble (the 'WHEREAS' clauses) recounts Gilliard's legislative record and community organizations he founded.
- The resolved clause formally commends Gilliard for his public service and congratulates him on his retirement.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available to Gilliard.
From the bill
“Representative Gilliard is widely recognized as one of the most productive democratic lawmakers in Georgia, often referred to as the "James Brown of the Georgia General Assembly" for his relentless work ethic”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Ron Stephens (R, HD-164)
- Edna Jackson (D, HD-165)
- Jesse Petrea (R, HD-166)
Topics
- legislative recognition
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Carl Gilliard
- ceremonial resolution