Georgia CommonsHR 2028: Kiefer, Derik; winning the West Forsyth 2026 State Wrestling Championship; commend
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Derik Kiefer, a West Forsyth High School wrestler, for winning the 2026 State Wrestling Championship in the 106 lb weight class.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally honors Derik Kiefer, a wrestler at West Forsyth, for winning the 2026 State Wrestling Championship in the 106 lb weight class. The resolution recites Kiefer's achievement and the effort behind it, then has the House formally recognize and commend him. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Kiefer, so he has an official record of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Derik Kiefer for winning the 2026 State Wrestling Championship in the 106 lb weight class.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Kiefer.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a purely honorary statement by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Derik Kiefer, a West Forsyth High School wrestler, and involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for him. It has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a public, official statement from the Georgia House recognizing a specific student athlete's championship win, giving him and his community formal recognition from the legislature.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Kiefer's 2026 season and his championship win in the 106 lb weight class.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives formally recognize and commend Kiefer for the achievement.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Kiefer.
From the bill
“by defeating his opponents in the 106 lb weight class, Derik Kiefer has officially secured the title of 2026 State Champion, bringing immense pride to his entire community and school”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Brent Cox (R, HD-028)
- Carter Barrett (R, HD-024)
- Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
- Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
- Todd Jones (R, HD-025)
- David Clark (R, HD-100)
Topics
- high school wrestling
- state championship
- legislative commendation
- West Forsyth High School