Georgia CommonsHR 2112: Owens, Kim; Coosa High School's 2026 STAR Teacher; commend
Last action April 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Kim Owens, named Coosa High School's 2026 STAR Teacher, for her contributions to education in the state.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Kim Owens for being named the 2026 STAR Teacher at Coosa High School, praising her long service to teaching and her contributions to students' education and welfare. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the document for distribution to Kim Owens as a keepsake of the honor. It does not create any new rules, spending, or requirements; its only effect is to formally commend her achievement on behalf of the House.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Kim Owens for being named Coosa High School's 2026 STAR Teacher.
- States the House's recognition of her contributions to education and the welfare of young people in Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Kim Owens.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal obligations, functioning purely as a formal honor.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Kim Owens, a teacher at Coosa High School, and involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy. It has no legal effect on any other group.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical or legal effect on Georgians beyond providing formal, public recognition of Kim Owens's teaching achievement. It creates no funding, requirements, or policy changes, serving only as a ceremonial gesture from the state legislature.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses state the General Assembly's view that quality education is a top priority and praise Owens's teaching career.
- The resolved clause formally commends Kim Owens as Coosa High School's 2026 STAR Teacher and wishes her continued success.
- A further resolved clause instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Owens.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Kim Owens, Coosa High School's 2026 STAR Teacher, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Eddie Lumsden (R, HD-012)
Topics
- STAR Teacher award
- education recognition
- Georgia House resolution
- Coosa High School