Georgia CommonsHR 2050: Cooper, Ellie; recognize
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes North Forsyth High School swimmer Ellie Cooper for winning the 2026 GHSA Class 6A state championship in the 100 yard backstroke.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Ellie Cooper, a student athlete at North Forsyth High School, for her performance in competitive swimming. The resolution states that Cooper competed in the 2026 GHSA Class 6A State Swimming Championships and won the state title in the 100 yard backstroke with a time of 55.18 seconds. The House commends her for this achievement and for representing her school well. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Cooper to keep as a memento.
What the bill does
- Recognizes and commends Ellie Cooper, a North Forsyth High School student athlete, for her swimming achievements.
- States that Cooper won the 2026 GHSA Class 6A state championship in the 100 yard backstroke with a time of 55.18 seconds.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Cooper.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Ellie Cooper, a student athlete at North Forsyth High School. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; it is a formal, symbolic honor. Its practical result is that Cooper receives an official printed copy from the Georgia House of Representatives commemorating her state championship win.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Cooper's participation in the 2026 GHSA Class 6A State Swimming Championships and her winning time of 55.18 seconds in the 100 yard backstroke.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives formally commend Cooper for her athletic performance and representation of her school.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Cooper.
From the bill
“Ellie achieved a spectacular victory and the 100 yard backstroke, capturing the state championship title with a time of 55.18 seconds.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Brent Cox (R, HD-028)
- Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
- Carter Barrett (R, HD-024)
- Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
- Todd Jones (R, HD-025)
- David Clark (R, HD-100)
Topics
- student athletes
- high school swimming
- legislative recognition
- North Forsyth High School