Georgia CommonsHR 2021: Terrell, Dillon; commend
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dillon Terrell, a University of West Georgia student and legislative intern, for his service and civic involvement.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Dillon Terrell, a Newnan, Georgia student pursuing a double major in computing and philosophy at the University of West Georgia. It recognizes his work since August 2025 as a community engagement intern in Representative Lydia Glaize's office, where he helped with outreach, town halls, constituent engagement, and communications. The resolution also notes his leadership roles, including serving as president of the NAACP Coweta County Youth Council and membership in Empowered 4 Life and the University of West Georgia Philosophical Society. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for Terrell. The resolution carries no changes to Georgia law and simply expresses the House's recognition and well wishes.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Dillon Terrell for his service as a legislative intern in Representative Lydia Glaize's office.
- Recites his educational pursuits at the University of West Georgia and his civic leadership roles.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Terrell.
- Extends the House's best wishes for his future success.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Dillon Terrell, a University of West Georgia student and intern in Representative Lydia Glaize's office. It has no broader legal or regulatory effect on other Georgians, agencies, or institutions.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor with no legal effect. It creates an official record of the House's recognition of Terrell's internship service and community leadership, but it does not change any law, program, or funding in Georgia.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Terrell's education, internship duties, and civic leadership roles as the basis for the commendation.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend Terrell for his service as a legislative intern.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Terrell.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Dillon Terrell for his exceptional service as a legislative intern and extend the most sincere best wishes for future success”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
Topics
- legislative commendation
- University of West Georgia
- civic engagement
- House resolution