Georgia CommonsHR 259: Looney, Dr. Mike; Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year; commend
Last action February 13, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dr. Mike Looney, superintendent of Fulton County Schools, for being named Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year.
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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 Dr. Mike Looney, who has led Fulton County Schools, Georgia's fourth-largest school district, since June 2019, for being named Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year. The resolution describes his work on academic achievement, career readiness programs, dropout prevention, literacy, and financial management, including maintaining the district's top AAA credit rating. It highlights his leadership during Georgia's first school related COVID-19 case and his 'Bridge to Success' recovery plan, which the resolution says helped students surpass pre-pandemic test scores and reach a record graduation rate. The House resolves to commend him and directs the Clerk of the House to send him a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Mike Looney for being named Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to Dr. Looney.
- Makes no changes to Georgia law, funding, or school policy since it is a commendation, not a statute.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Dr. Mike Looney, superintendent of Fulton County Schools, and references the more than 87,000 students and 104 schools in that district. It has no legal effect on other schools, districts, or Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic and honorary weight but does not change any law, funding, or policy affecting Georgia schools. Its practical effect is limited to the House's formal recognition of Dr. Looney and delivery of a commemorative copy to him.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Dr. Looney's tenure since 2019, his oversight of 87,000 students across 104 schools, and his prior recognition as Tennessee's 2015 Superintendent of the Year.
- The resolving clause formally commends Dr. Looney for his service to Fulton County students and wishes him continued success.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Looney.
From the bill
“achieving a record-high 90.7 percent graduation rate in 2023”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Mike Looney, Georgia's 2024 Superintendent of the Year, for his years of service on behalf of the students of Fulton County”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
- Jan Jones (R, HD-047)
- Charles Martin (R, HD-049)
- Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
- Lisa Campbell (D, HD-035)
- Robert Dawson (D, HD-065)
Topics
- Fulton County Schools
- Superintendent of the Year
- education leadership
- legislative commendation