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title: HR 278. Mazzone, Leo; induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; commend
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status_date: 2025-02-18
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  - Alan Powell
  - Steve Tarvin
  - Rick Jasperse
  - James Hatchett
  - Katie Dempsey
  - Lauren McDonald
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  - Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
  - Atlanta Braves
  - legislative honors
  - Leo Mazzone
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# HR 278. Mazzone, Leo; induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; commend

## Text

House Resolution 278
By: Representatives Powell of the 33rd, Tarvin of the 2nd, Jasperse of the 11th, Hatchett of the
155th, Dempsey of the 13th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Congratulating Leo Mazzone upon his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame has recently announced its Class of 2025
inductees, with the 69th Annual Induction Ceremony set to take place on February 21 and
22, 2025, in Macon, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Leo Mazzone, one of the most influential pitching coaches in Major League
Baseball history, has been selected for induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in
recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the sport; and
WHEREAS, he served as the Atlanta Braves' pitching coach from 1990 to 2005,
orchestrating one of the most dominant pitching rotations in baseball history and mentoring
Hall of Famers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz to sustained excellence; and
WHEREAS, under his leadership, the Braves secured 14 consecutive division titles and
captured the 1995 World Series, earning its well-deserved reputation as one of the most
successful franchises of the era; and
WHEREAS, known for his innovative coaching methods, including his emphasis on frequent
throwing between starts, Leo Mazzone revolutionized the way pitchers prepared for
competition and left a lasting impact on the game; and
WHEREAS, his dedication, expertise, and ability to maximize the potential of his pitchers
earned him widespread respect throughout the baseball community, culminating in his
induction into the Braves Hall of Fame in 2022; and
WHEREAS, the induction of Leo Mazzone into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame is a fitting
tribute to his legacy as a visionary coach and a key architect of one of baseball's greatest
dynasties.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body congratulate Leo Mazzone upon his induction into the Georgia
Sports Hall of Fame and extend the most sincere best wishes for future health and happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Leo
Mazzone.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution congratulates former Atlanta Braves pitching coach Leo Mazzone on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Leo Mazzone, the Atlanta Braves' pitching coach from 1990 to 2005, on his selection for the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame's Class of 2025. The induction ceremony was set for February 21 and 22, 2025, in Macon, Georgia.
The resolution recounts Mazzone's career highlights, including mentoring Hall of Fame pitchers Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz, helping the Braves win 14 consecutive division titles and the 1995 World Series, and his earlier induction into the Braves Hall of Fame in 2022. It does not create any new law, spending, or state program. It simply directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Mazzone.

### What it does

- Formally congratulates Leo Mazzone on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.
- Recites his career record as the Atlanta Braves' pitching coach from 1990 to 2005.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mazzone.
- Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or state programs.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names Leo Mazzone as its honoree. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and send him a copy, and indirectly reflects on the Atlanta Braves organization and the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.

### Why it matters

This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It has no effect on Georgia residents' daily lives, taxes, or legal rights; its practical effect is limited to publicly recognizing Mazzone's baseball career and providing him a keepsake copy of the resolution.

### Key provisions

- The resolution's preamble ('whereas' clauses) details Mazzone's coaching record, including 14 consecutive division titles and the 1995 World Series championship.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives congratulate Mazzone on his Georgia Sports Hall of Fame induction.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Mazzone.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-02-18)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-02-18)
- Sponsors: Alan Powell, Steve Tarvin, Rick Jasperse, James Hatchett, Katie Dempsey, Lauren McDonald
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70447

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