Georgia CommonsHR 290: W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy and Principal Dr. Cassandra Washington; commend
Last action February 18, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy in Macon-Bibb County and its principal, Dr. Cassandra Washington, for their work preparing students for college and careers.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a bill that changes state law. It formally praises W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy, a school in Macon-Bibb County, for its academic and career-training programs and its partnerships with local businesses, industries, and higher education institutions. The resolution also recognizes Principal Dr. Cassandra Washington for her leadership in building this learning environment and her impact on students, faculty, and the community. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Washington and the academy. The resolution does not create any new requirements, funding, or legal changes; it is a formal statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally commends W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy for its academic and career-readiness programs.
- Recognizes Dr. Cassandra Washington by name for her leadership as principal of the academy.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Dr. Washington and the academy.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal obligations; it is a symbolic statement of praise.
Who it affects
This resolution names and honors W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy, its principal Dr. Cassandra Washington, and by extension its students, faculty, and the Macon-Bibb County community, along with the local businesses and higher education institutions it partners with.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it places the Georgia House of Representatives' formal recognition of a specific school and its principal into the official record, which the school can use for local recognition or archives.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the academy's programs, partnerships, and Dr. Washington's leadership as the basis for the recognition.
- The resolved clause formally commends the academy and recognizes Dr. Washington for her leadership and dedication.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to Dr. Washington and the academy.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy for its unwavering commitment to academic and career excellence and recognize Dr. Cassandra Washington for her outstanding leadership and dedication to the students, faculty, and community.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Tangie Herring (D, HD-145)
- Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
- Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
- Robert Dickey (R, HD-134)
- Floyd Griffin (D, HD-149)
- Dale Washburn (R, HD-144)
Topics
- education recognition
- Macon-Bibb County schools
- career academies
- legislative honors