Georgia CommonsHR 309: Rodgers, Rilyn; commend
Last action February 19, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Rilyn Rodgers, a 16-year-old Wheeler County student, for her volunteer work aiding Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Rilyn Rodgers, a 16-year-old student at Vidalia Heritage Academy in Wheeler County, for her volunteer efforts after Hurricane Helene struck the region. The resolution describes how Rodgers organized food and supply distribution points, ran a social media page to keep residents informed, helped with cleanup and recovery, and supported displaced families. It states that the House commends her for this service and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and commends Rilyn Rodgers for her volunteer work following Hurricane Helene.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Rodgers.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a ceremonial statement by the House of Representatives.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Rilyn Rodgers, a Wheeler County student, and references the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for her. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.
Why it matters
While the resolution carries no legal or financial weight, it gives official public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to a young volunteer's disaster relief work, which can matter to her, her community, and local disaster recovery morale.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states the House of Representatives honors and commends Rodgers for her volunteer service after Hurricane Helene.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Rodgers.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and commend Rilyn Rodgers for her exemplary volunteer service, unwavering dedication, and invaluable contributions following Hurricane Helene”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Leesa Hagan (R, HD-156)
- Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
- Carter Barrett (R, HD-024)
- Derrick McCollum (R, HD-030)
Topics
- Hurricane Helene relief
- community service recognition
- Wheeler County
- Georgia House resolutions