Georgia CommonsHR 311: Lacey, Coach Andre; Paine College golf teams; outstanding achievements and contributions to the growth of collegiate golf and for fostering diversity and inclusion in the sport; commend
Last action February 19, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Coach Andre Lacey and the Paine College golf teams for their achievements in collegiate golf and their work promoting diversity and inclusion in the sport.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Coach Andre Lacey, an Augusta native and Paine College alumnus, along with the Paine College golf teams, for their success in collegiate golf. It recounts the teams' four national championship appearances within 18 months, several tournament wins during the 2023-2024 season, and individual honors earned by team members Ashley Michel and Helena Rios, the first female All-American golfers in Paine College history. The resolution also recognizes the program's community outreach, including educational events and free golf clinics, and expresses support for a proposed Golf Community Room on the Paine College campus that would offer youth golf programs and repair services. The House directs its Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to Coach Lacey and Paine College. The resolution carries no funding, penalties, or changes to Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Coach Andre Lacey and the Paine College golf teams for their achievements in collegiate golf.
- Applauds the teams for fostering diversity and inclusion in the sport and extends best wishes for continued success.
- Expresses House support for a proposed Golf Community Room on the Paine College campus and encourages collaboration with stakeholders.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to Coach Lacey and Paine College.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Coach Andre Lacey, Assistant Coach Rashad Wilson, Paine College, and its golf teams, including players Ashley Michel and Helena Rios. It also touches the Clerk of the House, who must distribute copies of the resolution.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is publicity and recognition for Paine College's golf program and its proposed Golf Community Room, which could help draw attention or support for that campus initiative.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses detail Coach Lacey's background, the golf teams' championship appearances, and individual player honors.
- The first resolving clause commends Coach Lacey and the Paine College golf teams for their achievements and diversity efforts.
- The second resolving clause expresses House support for the proposed Golf Community Room and encourages collaboration with stakeholders.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to Coach Lacey and Paine College.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Coach Andre Lacey and the Paine College golf teams for their remarkable achievements, applaud their dedication to fostering diversity and inclusion in collegiate golf, and extend best wishes for continued success”
“the members of this body express their support for the proposed Golf Community Room and encourage collaboration with stakeholders to elevate the visibility and impact of these initiatives”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lynn Heffner (D, HD-130)
- Karlton Howard (D, HD-129)
- Brian Prince (D, HD-132)
- L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)
Topics
- collegiate golf
- Paine College
- HBCU athletics
- diversity and inclusion
- Augusta Georgia